Definition

The quality of being able to settle a matter or provide a definite answer.

Example

The conclusiveness of the evidence led to a quick decision in the case.

Conversation

Did you read the report on that recent study?

Yeah, I found the conclusiveness of the results pretty impressive.

I agree, it really helps clarify some ongoing debates.

Exactly! It makes the findings so much more reliable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Conclusiveness → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "cludere" (meaning to close). The word refers to the quality of bringing together evidence or arguments to close a matter definitively.

Memory Tip

Think of 'closing' a matter definitively when evidence comes 'together' — that's what conclusiveness means.

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