Conclusive Meaning in English
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释义
Showing that something is definitely true or certain, leaving no doubt. Something conclusive ends a discussion or proves a point completely.
用法与细微差别
Most common in formal, academic, or legal contexts. Collocates with 'evidence', 'proof', 'result', and 'test'. Implies absolutely no doubt remains. Not used for casual guesses—use 'clear' or 'obvious' in everyday speech.
例句
The scientist found conclusive proof of the new species.
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There is no conclusive evidence that he was there.
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The results of the test were conclusive.
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We thought the debate would go on, but his argument was conclusive and ended it.
natural
I need conclusive answers from the doctor, not just guesses.
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Those photos aren’t conclusive—we still have doubts about what really happened.
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