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conclusive

con·clu·sive

conclusive

 
 
pronunciation:
kn klu sihv
features:
Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
part of speech: adjective
definition: serving to reach a final answer or decision, or to settle.
The testimony of the two eye-witnesses was considered conclusive evidence of his guilt.It was hoped that the experiment would provide answers, but the results were not conclusive.This was the conclusive point that decided the debate.
synonyms:
convincing, deciding, determinative, final
antonyms:
inconclusive
similar words:
clinching, compelling, decisive, incontestable, indisputable, ultimate, unquestionable
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derivation: conclusively (adv.)
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