Another Word for Conclude: 18 Synonyms with Examples
To conclude is to bring something to an end, or to reach a judgement after thinking. Alternatives depend on whether you mean finishing or deciding.
As a verb: reach a judgement
As a verb: bring to an end
As a verb: settle an agreement
- settle
- agree
- finalise
- seal
- clinch
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How they differ
Synonyms share a meaning, not always a tone. Here is when to pick each of the main options.
- deduce
- Reaches a conclusion by logical reasoning from facts.
- infer
- Works something out from evidence that only implies it.
- decide
- Makes a choice, which may not involve evidence.
- wrap up
- Informal; finishes a meeting or task.
- round off
- Ends something in a satisfying way.
- finalise
- Completes the last details of an agreement or plan.
Example sentences
- deduce: From the muddy boots, she deduced that he had walked home.
- infer: Readers can infer from the letter that the two had argued.
- decide: The panel decided that the complaint was justified.
- wrap up: Let's wrap up the meeting by five.
- round off: A short walk by the river rounded off the day.
- finalise: The two firms finalised the deal on Friday.
Opposite of conclude
More from WordNet
Less common or more specialised words WordNet lists for other senses of “conclude”. Check the meaning before you use one.
verb: resolve
WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Used under the WordNet licence.
Frequently asked questions
What is another word for “conclude”?
The most useful alternatives are “decide”, “deduce”, “infer”, “judge”, “determine”. For the main sense (reach a judgement), “decide” is usually the closest swap.
What is the difference between “deduce” and “infer”?
deduce: Reaches a conclusion by logical reasoning from facts. infer: Works something out from evidence that only implies it.
What is the opposite of “conclude”?
Common antonyms are “begin”, “start”, “open”, “commence”.