conclusion
15 synonyms and 0 antonyms for conclusion, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The end or final part of something.
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Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
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How to use conclusion
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Etymology
From Old French conclusion, from Latin conclūsiō, from conclūdere ("to conclude").
Full origin of conclusion →Frequently asked questions
What does “conclusion” mean?
The word “conclusion” means the end or final part of something. In plain terms, either the ending of something, or a final judgment reached after thinking something through.
How do you pronounce “conclusion”?
“Conclusion” is pronounced kuhn-KLOO-zhuhn (/kənˈkluːʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “conclusion” in a sentence?
Here is “conclusion” used in a sentence: “The film reaches its conclusion in a dramatic final scene.”
What part of speech is “conclusion”?
“Conclusion” is a noun.
Where does the word “conclusion” come from?
The word “conclusion” comes from Latin. From Old French conclusion, from Latin conclūsiō, from conclūdere ("to conclude").
Is “conclusion” a common word?
“Conclusion” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “conclusion” have?
“Conclusion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the end or final part of something.
What is the difference between a conclusion and a summary?
A summary restates the main points of something without adding anything new, while a conclusion draws those points together to reach a final judgement, result, or decision. A summary looks back at what was said; a conclusion moves toward what it all means or where it ends.
What is an example of a conclusion?
The final paragraph of an essay that ties the argument together is a conclusion, as is the verdict at the end of a trial. In everyday speech, deciding you were right after weighing the evidence is also reaching a conclusion — the end point of reasoning or of an event.
What is the opposite of a conclusion?
The opposite of a conclusion is a beginning, introduction, or opening — the part where something starts rather than ends. In a piece of writing this is the introduction; in an event or process it is the start. A conclusion is the closing stage that follows everything before it.
What does it mean to jump to a conclusion?
To jump to a conclusion means to reach a decision or opinion too quickly, before you have all the facts. Here 'conclusion' refers to the end point of reasoning rather than the end of an event — you arrive at a judgement prematurely, without proper thought or enough evidence.