B1verb 2K

Conclude

🇬🇧 UK //kənˈkluːd// 🇺🇸 US //kənˈklud//

Meaning of Conclude

To bring to a conclusion or to finish something.

In simple words: To finish or decide something.

Conclude in a sentence

• We can now conclude the meeting after discussing all the agenda items.
• After reviewing the evidence, the jury will conclude the trial.
• He concluded his speech with a powerful message.
• Scientists concluded their research with significant findings.
• The professor concluded that more studies are necessary.

How to use Conclude

Used in formal and neutral contexts. Avoid in informal conversations; prefer 'wrap up' or 'finish'.

Grammar pattern

conclude + object

Memory hint

Think of 'conclude' as the 'end' of a 'clue' in a mystery.

Related words

Collocations with Conclude

• conclude an argument
• conclude a meeting
• conclude a study
• conclude a session
• conclude a report

Synonyms for Conclude

• finish
• complete
• wrap up
• finalize
• decide

Opposites of Conclude

• begin
• start
• open

Common mistakes with Conclude

• Confused with 'include'; they have different meanings.
• Using 'conclude' without an object ('conclude' needs something to be concluded).
• Incorrectly using past forms (e.g., 'concluded' when still discussing ongoing events).

Frequently asked questions about Conclude

What does Conclude mean?

To finish or decide something.

What is the definition of Conclude?

To bring to a conclusion or to finish something.

How do you use Conclude in a sentence?

We can now conclude the meeting after discussing all the agenda items.

Can you give another example of Conclude?

After reviewing the evidence, the jury will conclude the trial.

What are synonyms for Conclude?

Common alternatives include finish, complete, wrap up, finalize, decide.

What is the opposite of Conclude?

Opposite meanings include begin, start, open.

What words go with Conclude?

It commonly pairs with conclude an argument, conclude a meeting, conclude a study, conclude a session, conclude a report.

What are common mistakes when using Conclude?

Confused with 'include'; they have different meanings. Using 'conclude' without an object ('conclude' needs something to be concluded). Incorrectly using past forms (e.g., 'concluded' when still discussing ongoing events).

How do you pronounce Conclude?

US: //kənˈklud//, UK: //kənˈkluːd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Conclude?

Used in formal and neutral contexts. Avoid in informal conversations; prefer 'wrap up' or 'finish'.

What CEFR level is Conclude?

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