定论 dìnglùn final conclusion
final conclusion; accepted argument
How to remember 定论: 定 decide + 论 discuss = final conclusion.
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How it is used
- A settled, final conclusion that's no longer disputed - 此事尚无定论 (cǐ shì shàng wú dìnglùn) there's still no final verdict on this matter.
- Very often negated: 没有定论 / 尚无定论 (not yet settled), used when a debate remains open.
- Contrast 结论 (jiélùn, a conclusion you reach) - 定论 stresses that it's accepted and closed.