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Conclusion

UK /["/kənˈkluːʒn/"]/US /["/kənˈkluːʒn/"]/

Definition

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.

Examples

  • 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.

Usage notes

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.

Collocations

  • 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

  • completion

Antonyms

  • beginning
  • start
  • introduction

Common mistakes

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