Conclusive means something that is final, definite or settles a matter beyond doubt. It refers to evidence or an argument that leaves no room for further discussion or dispute because it is so convincing and overwhelming.
Usage examples
The scientist conducted a series of experiments to gather evidence and reached a conclusive result that supported their hypothesis.
After carefully examining all the facts and testimonies, the jury delivered a conclusive verdict of guilty.
The meeting was held to have a conclusive discussion on the proposed merger, and all parties agreed on the terms and conditions.
The medical report provided conclusive evidence that the patient's illness was caused by a rare genetic mutation.
The detective found a note at the crime scene that provided a conclusive clue, leading to the arrest of the suspect.
These results are not conclusive evidence of a connection between the two, but it bears investigation. (ashgi.org)
Because both background environmental stressors as part of the daily routine in the animal facility and social stressors afforded by the rats» social environment may have provided necessary HPA activation for maternal behavior to exert a modulatory influence, such a correlation is at best consistent with a possible role of maternal care, but it can not be taken as conclusive evidence for sufficiency. (pnas.org)
Yet, Achmea does not provide conclusive answers as to the interaction between EU law and international investment law, neither with regard to intra-EU BITs, nor for extra-EU BITs. (ejiltalk.org)