conclusive
adjective
con·clu·sive
kən-ˈklü-siv 
-ziv
1
: of, relating to, or being a conclusion
2
: putting an end to debate or question especially by reason of irrefutability
The results were not conclusive.
conclusively
adverb
conclusiveness
noun
Examples of conclusive in a Sentence
the archeological discovery was conclusive proof that the Vikings had indeed settled in North America around 1000 A.D.
a conclusive argument for allowing the students to put on a play of their own choosing
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Although this is a common right-wing talking point, there is no conclusive evidence in favor of banning trans women and girls from women’s sports, per a 2021 study.
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James Factora, Them, 4 Nov. 2024
The conclusive scene was shot in Tom Bombadil’s house — a set that was about to be taken down prior to the end of production.
—Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Early voting data from Michigan does not include party affiliation but, according to the University of Florida figures, 55 percent of early voters are women — a sign that is hopeful for Harris but not conclusive.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 4 Nov. 2024
Finally, on early Friday morning, the numbers were conclusive: At 8:50 a.m., Decision Desk HQ became the first organization to call the 2020 presidential race for Joe Biden — a full day before major television networks followed suit.
—Josh Rottenberg, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
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James Factora, Them, 4 Nov. 2024
The conclusive scene was shot in Tom Bombadil’s house — a set that was about to be taken down prior to the end of production.
—Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Early voting data from Michigan does not include party affiliation but, according to the University of Florida figures, 55 percent of early voters are women — a sign that is hopeful for Harris but not conclusive.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 4 Nov. 2024
Finally, on early Friday morning, the numbers were conclusive: At 8:50 a.m., Decision Desk HQ became the first organization to call the 2020 presidential race for Joe Biden — a full day before major television networks followed suit.
—Josh Rottenberg, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
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“Conclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conclusive. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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conclusive
adjective
con·clu·sive
kən-ˈklü-siv
-ziv
: decisive sense 1, convincing
conclusive proof
conclusively
adverb
conclusiveness
noun
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