1
as in definitive
serving to put an end to all debate or questioning
the archeological discovery was conclusive proof that the Vikings had indeed settled in North America around 1000 a.d.
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in convincing
having the power to persuade
a conclusive argument for allowing the students to put on a play of their own choosing
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of conclusive
There’s no conclusive research showing that GLP-1 drugs cause more acne in women.
—
Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 10 Apr. 2025
As an option, have a separate, conclusive AI to summarize everything and produce the final answers.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
This observation provided the first conclusive evidence for the existence of the cosmic behemoth at the core of a galaxy.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
But there was no conclusive evidence that the remains of what appeared to be robust young men were anyone other than soldiers or slaves — until now.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 23 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for conclusive
Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 10 Apr. 2025
As an option, have a separate, conclusive AI to summarize everything and produce the final answers.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
This observation provided the first conclusive evidence for the existence of the cosmic behemoth at the core of a galaxy.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
But there was no conclusive evidence that the remains of what appeared to be robust young men were anyone other than soldiers or slaves — until now.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 23 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for conclusive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conclusive
Adjective
-
Crypto Confidential: Forbes' definitive guide to crypto and blockchain, delivered to your inbox every Saturday.—
Sean Stein Smith,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
-
Misch’s lawyer has previously argued that there’s no definitive proof Michaela actually died.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
14 May 2025
Adjective
-
After a convincing defeat to a team looking to get back to the Cup Final, the question is, how close is Vegas’ championship window to closing?—
Jesse Granger,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
-
Drucker is able to conjure a frosty authority that is entirely convincing, while simultaneously hinting at vulnerabilities that nobody within the narrative is allowed to see.—
Stephanie Bunbury,
Deadline,
15 May 2025
Adjective
-
Rookies Willie MacIver and Logan Davidson drove in three of the A’s five runs, with Davidson scoring the tying run during a decisive eighth inning rally before MacIver’s RBI-single scored the go-ahead run.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
26 May 2025
-
What sets a good doctor apart is judgment — the ability to navigate uncertainty, synthesize complex data and make decisive, accurate choices.—
Eric Snoey,
Twin Cities,
25 May 2025
Adjective
-
Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up to date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Jackie Fields,
People.com,
27 May 2025
-
This $150 price drop is a pretty compelling reason to pick one up, whether for yourself or for a grad in your life.—
& John Mihaly,
PC Magazine,
27 May 2025
Adjective
-
If one looks at government yields since the end of last year, a different picture emerges.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
-
Peso Pluma returned after an abrupt cancellation last year due to weather conditions, and Shakira delivered a two-hour set that concluded with a fireworks over the city’s skyline.—
Laura Rodríguez Presa,
Chicago Tribune,
25 May 2025
Adjective
-
According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
-
This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
Adjective
-
Can Lost Soul Aside transcend these clear influences?—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
-
Just clear structure, early accountability and transparent expectations.—
Ryan Hohman,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
Adjective
-
Although the regulation explicitly states that no one factor is determinative, the case law tells a somewhat different story.—
Peter J Reilly,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
-
That naturally leads to early clues, even if those clues aren’t determinative.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
7 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Conclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conclusive. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share