Conclude
Verb
UK
/kənˈkluːd/
US
/kənˈkluːd/
Definition
To finish something or to decide after careful thought.
Example
"The program will conclude at 8 p.m."
"From the clues, the detective concluded that the suspect was innocent."
"The essay should conclude with a strong summary of the main ideas."
Explanation
Conclude means to finish or bring something to an end. For example, “The meeting concluded at 5 p.m.” It can also mean to decide something after thinking carefully, like “From the evidence, we conclude that he is innocent.” In stories, essays, or speeches, to conclude means to give a closing statement. This word is often used in education, business, and writing. It signals either the end of something or the final judgment after reasoning. For instance, a teacher may conclude a lesson by summarising key points.