Definition

The state of not having a conclusion or having an incomplete or unsatisfactory conclusion.

Example

The report ended in a nonconclusion, leaving many questions unanswered.

Conversation

Did you finish reading that article about climate change?

I did, but I felt it ended with a real nonconclusion.

Yeah, I agree! It left me wanting more information.

Exactly! It was frustrating not to have a solid takeaway.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonconclusion → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "concludere" (meaning to close or conclude). The word "nonconclusion" refers to a state of not reaching a conclusion or an ending.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') leading to a situation where something is 'not closed' or 'not concluded' — that's what nonconclusion means.

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