定论 (dìng lùn): final conclusion; accepted argument

Regarding the cause of the accident, the police said it is still under investigation and it would be inappropriate to make any final conclusion.

The two scientists debated for decades, and only when new evidence emerged did the academic community reach a final conclusion on this theory.

Before the court delivers its final verdict, the media should not treat the suspect as a criminal; drawing a conclusion too early would harm justice.

Although people had different views on this plan, after a three-month pilot, whether it is effective finally reached a conclusion.

Historians remind us that without sufficient historical materials, we should not easily draw a final conclusion about ancient events.