Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for IN-CON-CLU'SIVE
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IN-CON-CLU'SIVE, a. [in and conclusive.]
Not producing a conclusion; not closing, concluding or settling a point in debate or a doubtful question. An argument or evidence is inconclusive, when it does not exhibit the truth of a disputed case in such a manner as to satisfy the mind, and put an end to debate or doubt.
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