Conclude
/kənˈkluːd/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo bring to an end; to finish or complete something.
/kənˈkluːd/
To bring something to an end.
The meeting concluded at 5 PM.
💡 Simply: To stop something, like when you're done reading a book or giving a speech. You can say, "I'm going to conclude the game now," when it's over.
👶 For kids: To finish something, like when you're done playing or reading.
More Examples
The detective concluded the case after finding the missing evidence.
I will conclude my argument with a final point.
How It's Used
"The speaker concluded their presentation with a summary of the key points."
"The jury concluded their deliberations and delivered a verdict."
To decide or believe something as a result of considering the facts or evidence.
/kənˈkluːd/
To arrive at a judgment or opinion by reasoning.
We concluded that the project was a success based on the positive feedback.
💡 Simply: To figure something out after thinking about it, like when you watch a mystery and guess who did it. "After seeing the clues, I concluded that the butler did it!"
👶 For kids: To figure something out, like a puzzle.
More Examples
The judge concluded that the defendant was guilty.
After reviewing the evidence, they concluded that the fire was accidental.
How It's Used
"Based on the evidence, scientists concluded that the climate was changing."
"After careful consideration, I concluded that it was the best decision."
Idioms & expressions
in conclusion
Used to introduce a final statement or summary.
"In conclusion, I would like to thank everyone for their hard work."
From Latin *concludere* ('to shut up, confine, end'), from *con-* ('with, together') + *claudere* ('to shut').
Historically used to describe the closure of a discussion or the resolution of an issue, often in formal settings.
Memory tip
Think of 'closing' a book; you conclude a chapter or the whole story.