B1noun 2K

Conclusion

🇬🇧 UK /["/kənˈkluːʒn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kənˈkluːʒn/"]/

Meaning of Conclusion

something that you decide when you have thought about all the information connected with the situation

In simple words: The final part of something where you finish your ideas.

Conclusion in a sentence

• In conclusion, we can see that the experiment was a success.
• The conclusion reached by the committee was unanimous.
• After reviewing all the evidence, the conclusion seems clear.
• The seminar ended with a conclusion that sparked further discussion.
• It is important to draw a conclusion based on the data presented.

How to use Conclusion

Used to summarize thoughts or results. Appropriate in essays and conversations. Avoid using it in informal casual settings where a simpler term might be understood better.

Grammar pattern

reach + conclusion

Memory hint

Think of 'conclusion' as the 'end' of your story — the last scene wraps everything up.

Related words

Collocations with Conclusion

• correct
• logical
• reasonable
• arrive at
• come to
• draw
• satisfactory
• satisfying
• successful
• bring about
• bring something to
• come to
• in conclusion
• satisfactory
• satisfying
• successful
• bring about
• bring something to
• come to
• in conclusion

Synonyms for Conclusion

• completion

Opposites of Conclusion

• beginning
• start
• introduction

Common mistakes with Conclusion

• Confused with 'conclude' — they have different grammatical uses.
• Using 'conclusion' when 'summary' would be more accurate.
• Omitting 'the' before 'conclusion' in sentences.

Frequently asked questions about Conclusion

What does Conclusion mean?

The final part of something where you finish your ideas.

What is the definition of Conclusion?

something that you decide when you have thought about all the information connected with the situation

How do you use Conclusion in a sentence?

In conclusion, we can see that the experiment was a success.

Can you give another example of Conclusion?

The conclusion reached by the committee was unanimous.

What are synonyms for Conclusion?

Common alternatives include completion.

What is the opposite of Conclusion?

Opposite meanings include beginning, start, introduction.

What words go with Conclusion?

It commonly pairs with correct, logical, reasonable, arrive at, come to, draw, satisfactory, satisfying, successful, bring about, bring something to, come to, in conclusion, satisfactory, satisfying, successful, bring about, bring something to, come to, in conclusion.

What are common mistakes when using Conclusion?

Confused with 'conclude' — they have different grammatical uses. Using 'conclusion' when 'summary' would be more accurate. Omitting 'the' before 'conclusion' in sentences.

How do you pronounce Conclusion?

US: /["/kənˈkluːʒn/"]/, UK: /["/kənˈkluːʒn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Conclusion?

Used to summarize thoughts or results. Appropriate in essays and conversations. Avoid using it in informal casual settings where a simpler term might be understood better.

What CEFR level is Conclusion?

"Conclusion" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.