American English
/kʰn̩ˈkʰlud̚/
2 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
To decide that something is true after thinking about facts or evidence.
Practice out loudTo decide that something is true after thinking about facts or evidence.
We concluded that the plan was too expensive.
The researchers concluded from the results that the drug was safe.
conclude that... · conclude from the evidence
conclude that + subject + verb
conclude from + noun + that + subject + verb
To bring an activity, event, speech, or discussion to an end.
The chair concluded the meeting at noon.
He concluded his speech with a thank-you to the volunteers.
conclude a meeting · conclude a speech
conclude + noun
conclude with + noun
To officially make an agreement after discussing it.
The two companies concluded a new agreement.
The countries concluded a peace treaty after months of talks.
conclude an agreement · conclude a treaty
conclude + an agreement/deal/treaty
conclude an agreement with + person/company
to decide that something is true after considering it
The doctor concluded that I needed more rest.
to end with something
The presentation concluded with a short video.
to end by doing a particular action
She concluded by thanking everyone.
Drop the final e before -ing: concluding, not concludeing.