conclusive
Conclusive (adj) means serving to settle a question completely, leaving no room for doubt. Example: “The DNA test provided conclusive proof of his identity.”
How to use conclusive
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFinal and decisive — strong enough to end all doubt.
Word forms
more conclusive comparative, most conclusive superlative
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Etymology
From Late Latin conclusivus, from conclūdere ("to conclude").
Rhymes for conclusive
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What does “conclusive” mean?
The word “conclusive” means serving to settle a question completely, leaving no room for doubt. In plain terms, final and decisive — strong enough to end all doubt.
How do you pronounce “conclusive”?
“Conclusive” is pronounced kuhn-KLOO-sihv (/kənˈkluːsɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “conclusive” in a sentence?
Here is “conclusive” used in a sentence: “The DNA test provided conclusive proof of his identity.”
What part of speech is “conclusive”?
“Conclusive” is an adjective.
Where does the word “conclusive” come from?
The word “conclusive” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin conclusivus, from conclūdere ("to conclude").
Is “conclusive” a common word?
“Conclusive” is an uncommon word in modern English.