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widen the conclusion

[ˈwɪdən ðə kənˈkluːʒən]
verb phrase
ampliar a conclusão
1. To expand or broaden the scope, implications, or applicability of a conclusion beyond its original stated limits
The researcher decided to widen the conclusion to include other demographic groups.
O pesquisador decidiu ampliar a conclusão para incluir outros grupos demográficos.
2. To extend the range of inference or generalization in a final statement or finding
The author chose to widen the conclusion by applying the findings to a larger population.
O autor optou por ampliar a conclusão aplicando os achados a uma população maior.
Synonyms
broaden the conclusionexpand the conclusionextend the conclusiongeneralize the conclusion
Antonyms
narrow the conclusionlimit the conclusionrestrict the conclusionconstrain the conclusion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ampliar a conclusão
Most common usage in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
ampliar a conclusão
Standard usage in academic writing
Portugal
alargamear a conclusão / ampliar a conclusão
Both terms used, with ampliar being more formal

Related Idioms & Phrases

cast a wider net
broaden one's horizons
reach beyond the pale
expand the scope
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