concluded
word · lemma: conclude
Definition
Finished something or decided something at the end, especially after thinking or discussing. Can mean ending an event or coming to a decision after consideration.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in formal or academic contexts. Can refer to finishing meetings, agreements, or reaching final decisions after discussion. Common collocations: 'concluded that', 'concluded the meeting', 'concluded from', 'concluded successfully'. Do not confuse with 'included'.
Example Sentences
The teacher concluded the lesson with a summary.
basic
After a long meeting, they concluded an agreement.
basic
The scientist concluded that the experiment was successful.
basic
We concluded the event earlier than planned because of the rain.
natural
He read all the evidence and concluded there was no crime.
natural
The movie was so boring that I concluded it wasn’t worth finishing.
natural