conclusory

[kuhn-kloo-suh-ree]

adjective

1. conclusive.

Word History and Origins

Origin of conclusory¹

First recorded in 1840–50; conclusive, -ory ¹

Example Sentences

Perhaps Jackson regards the complaint as “conclusory” because it does not itemize occasions when rogue dealers, intentionally supplied with firearms by the defendants, violated the Gun Control Act.

From Slate

She also noted that Thomas declined to “fully grapple with countervailing evidence,” citing old decisions that cut against his conclusory assertions.

From Slate

And he dismissed his ruling’s ruinous impact on gender equality in a single conclusory paragraph asserting that abortion restrictions could not possibly discriminate against women.

From Slate

A&F also argues that that the lawsuit "does not provide any facts supporting its conclusory and unsupported allegation that A&F provided compensation to victims of alleged Jeffries' sexual abuse".

From BBC

Conclusory references to “decency,” “moderation,” “restraint,” “full progress,” and “moral judgment” are not enough.

From Slate