conclude · verb /kənˈkluːd/
Word family
Nouns: conclusion
Adjectives: concluding, conclusive, inconclusive
Verbs: conclude
Adverbs: conclusively
conclude (DECIDE)
C1 T to decide something after studying all the information about it very carefully
Dictionary example:
The report concluded that the drug was safe.
Learner example:
Taking all th[ese] reasons into consideration, it can be concluded that there are many advantages & disadvantages of the decision to ban cars in city centers. (International English Language Testing System; C1; Russian)
conclude (END)
C1 I or T to end something such as a meeting, speech, or piece of writing by doing or saying one last thing
Dictionary examples:
The concert concluded with fireworks.
I would like to conclude by thanking you all for attending.
Learner example:
To conclude, I would like to underline one more time how crucial the setting up of a library would be for our college. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Swiss German)
