Definitions

conclusive

[kuhn-kloo-siv] / kənˈklu sɪv /

ADJECTIVE

definite, final

Synonyms

STRONGEST

compelling convincing decisive indisputable irrefutable irrevocable precise unambiguous undeniable unmistakable

WEAK

absolute all out clear clinching cogent deciding demonstrative determinant determinative flat out incontrovertible irrefragable irrefrangible litmus test resolving revealing settling straight out telling ultimate unanswerable unarguable unconditional unquestionable what you see is what you get

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous disputable doubtful dubious indefinite questionable refutable uncertain unsure

WEAK

inconclusive

Example Sentences

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The VAR, Darren England, felt there was no conclusive proof for an overturn.

From BBC

"This Order is final and conclusive," he added.

From BBC

The president called the order “final and conclusive” but didn’t detail which legal authority would underpin the tariffs, and no executive actions on the matter were immediately posted on the White House website.

From The Wall Street Journal

However, Huang said that demand levels will be the most conclusive sign of Beijing’s views on Nvidia’s chips, and that he doesn’t expect any problems from the Chinese side.

From The Wall Street Journal

Too much time spent on Marty’s mother or his fierce opponent would distract from the film’s momentum, reducing it to simply a sports movie, and not a conclusive treatise on the cruelty of desire.

From Salon

conclusive

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