CONCLUSIVELY

conclusively, once and for all

(adverb) in a conclusive way; “we settled the problem conclusively”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

conclusively (comparative more conclusively, superlative most conclusively)

In a conclusive manner; with finality.

Source: Wiktionary


Con*clu"sive*ly, adv.

Definition: In the way of conclusion; decisively; positively. Burke.

CONCLUSIVE

Con*clu"sive, a. Etym: [Cf. F. conclusif.]

Definition: Belonging to a close or termination; decisive; convincing; putting an end to debate or question; leading to, or involving, a conclusion or decision. Secret reasons . . . equally conclusive for us as they were for them. Rogers. Conclusive evidence (Law), that of which, from its nature, the law allows no contradiction or explanation.

– Conclusive presumption (Law), an inference which the law makes so peremptorily that it will not allow it to be overthrown by any contrary proof, however strong.

Syn.

– Final; ultimate; unanswerable. See Final.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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