Synonyms for

Conclude

Verb / kʌˈnklu:d / Another word for conclude — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to bring something to an end; to finish

Synonyms & similar words

reasonout resolve close reason end finish terminate close complete finalize cease stop culminate

Synonyms by register

Formal

deduce infer gather ascertain

Informal

wrap up finish up call it a day wrap it up

Literary

culminate terminate resolve

Antonyms

begin start commence initiate open originate launch

Common collocations

  • conclude an agreement
  • conclude a speech
  • conclude a study
  • conclude negotiations
  • conclude that
  • conclude the meeting
  • conclude the chapter

Word family

noun conclusion
verb conclude
adjective conclusive

Usage note

Often used to mean 'to bring to an end' or 'to form a judgment based on evidence'. Be mindful of the context to distinguish between these meanings.

Example sentences

  1. I will conclude my dinner with a dessert.
  2. The speaker will conclude the meeting with a summary.
  3. I will conclude my homework before watching TV.
  4. The concert will conclude with a fireworks display.
  5. I will conclude my work for today and go home.

Quotes

  • In conclusion, to conclude, finally, to sum up, in summary, therefore, as a result, consequently, accordingly, thus.
  • We must conclude that the past is forever lost.
  • All good things must come to an end, and I conclude that this conference is no exception.

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