English Dictionary
Definition of “conclusive”
conclusive (kənˈkluːsɪv
)
Definitions
adjective
- putting an end to doubt; decisive; final
- approaching or involving an end or conclusion
Alternative Forms
conˈclusively adverb conˈclusiveness noun
Synonyms
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decisive,
final,
convincing,
clinching,
definite,
definitive,
irrefutable,
unanswerable,
unarguable,
ultimate,
Usage examples
It would be anything but easy: the case against them was too clear, and the trial had been too conclusive.
Heller, Keith, Man's Loving Family (1986)But unless a conclusive study on the viability of such schemes is conducted, the investor can have no protection.
Business Today (1998)Later, more conclusive blood tests later showed they were not infected.
canada.com (2004)Even when the evidence is less than conclusive , it doesn't deter them.
Sun, News of the World (2005)Sometimes a symptom is produced (provocation) and this is much more conclusive.
Mumby, Keith, The Allergy Handbook (1988)
