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k-uh-n-KLOOD/kənˈkluːd/

Conclude means reach a decision after thinking, or bring something to an end. The report concluded that costs were too high. Finish is everyday for stopping an activity; conclude is more formal, typical of studies, meetings, and essays. Conclusion is the noun: in conclusion… In conclusion is a standard writing phrase.

Meaning

To decide something after thinking, or to finish.

Examples

• “The study concluded that sleep improves memory.”
• “We concluded the meeting at four.”
• “From the evidence, she concluded he was right.”

Good to know

conclude that + clause. Noun: conclusion. Essay phrase: in conclusion.

Near in meaning

finish

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