conclusiveness
|con-clu-sive-ness|
C1
/kənˈkluːsɪvnəs/
(conclusive)
proving beyond doubt
Etymology
Etymology Information
'conclusiveness' originates from the Latin word 'conclusivus,' which means 'serving to end or finish.'
Historical Evolution
'conclusivus' transformed into the Old French word 'conclusif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'conclusive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'serving to end or finish,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being conclusive; decisiveness or finality.
The conclusiveness of the evidence left no room for doubt.
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Last updated: 2025/03/16 10:06