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conclusively

adv.
C1 Advanced US //kənˈkɫusɪvɫi// UK //kənklˈuːsɪvli// con·clu·sive·ly

adv. in a way that ends a discussion or proves something is definitely true. You use this when you want to say there is no more doubt about a fact.

adv. in a manner that settles an issue or proves a point beyond any doubt. Often used to describe evidence or arguments that leave no room for further debate.


SIMPLE

The new evidence conclusively proves his innocence.

CONTEXTUAL

The researchers conducted a double-blind study to ensure their results were conclusive and not influenced by bias.

COMPLEX

While the initial data suggested a correlation, the subsequent meta-analysis provided conclusively that the two variables were independent of one another.

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