CONCLUSIVELY Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

conclusively

adverb

Definition of conclusively

as in definitely

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Recent Examples of conclusively Studies have not conclusively shown, however, whether continuing a business within the family is clearly better or worse for its bottom line than having outsiders manage it. — Naomi Cahn, The Conversation, 12 Oct. 2026 The Indiana effort soon flamed out conclusively; a bloc of Republicans in the state Senate voted it down, holding firm even amid bomb threats and swatting attacks. — Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 10 Oct. 2026 The solar panels and their connected components were not conclusively found to be the cause of the fire, but the investigation could not rule them out. — Julie Sharp, CBS News, 6 Oct. 2026 Not because one September game tells us conclusively whether Florida hired the right coach or Auburn hired the wrong one. — Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026 To be sure, scientists have not yet conclusively established that humanity’s burning of fossil fuels is increasing or intensifying El Niño. — Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026 About the latter the seamlessly professional staff stays conclusively mum, but know that there have been plenty here. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026 The defense conclusively finished off a win, checking off one of the most important boxes of August with a Sharpie. — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026 The main concern was around whether vapors were rising up through the soils, which tests conclusively disputed, Solomon said. — Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for conclusively

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Suffice it to say the mystery bullets that landed in Rate Field’s bleachers in 2023 and wounded two women definitely aren’t relevant to this feel-good story but are worth mentioning to remind us how much the Sox narrative has changed.

— Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 9 Oct. 2026
And there’s definitely times when people discover something like ‘Chestnut Man’ from the Nordics or ‘Blood of Sacrifice’ from Sweden.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of definitely

Adverb

Galderma said the transaction is expected to be slightly dilutive to its core EBITDA margin in 2027 and to achieve a margin broadly in line with its average from 2028 onward.

— Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
More broadly, the season moved away from formulaic dressing toward a more individual, instinctive approach to style, where contrasting references and personal expression take precedence over a single aesthetic.

— Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of broadly

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When Martinez, who was widely considered an ambassador and pioneer of Garifuna music, died in March 2025, tribute concerts and music memorials abounded.

— Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2026
L’Artisan Parfumeur’s Premier Figuier, which launched in 1994, is widely considered to have been the first-ever fig fragrance.

— April Long, Allure, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of widely

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Beyond the show, Piane collaborated extensively with RuPaul, co-writing and producing songs that became staples of the drag icon’s musical catalog.

— Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026
This type of structured risk assessment is already extensively used in industry through HAZOP reviews, where potential deviations, causes, consequences and safeguards are systematically examined before a process is put into operation.

— Gregory Shahnovsky, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of extensively

Adverb

On a blistering surprise EP, Deafheaven find the vicious attack and grandiose drama of symphonic black metal perfectly suited to their purposes.

— Patrick Lyons, Pitchfork, 13 Oct. 2026
The Row’s perfectly balanced, Midas-touch accessories, to serve you a lifetime and beyond.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of perfectly

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The source was generally in good condition, but mold spots and dense clusters of small white specks required careful treatment.

— Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
Photos were generally limited to 2,048 pixels on the long edge, while videos could be delivered at resolutions up to 720p.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026

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