The word **定论** (dìnglùn) is a compound noun formed through semantic combination, where the first character **定** (dìng), meaning "to settle," "fixed," or "decided," modifies the second character **论** (lùn), meaning "discussion," "view," or "theory." Together, they create a meaning where a discussed view or theory has been settled, thus conveying the concept of a "final conclusion," "settled argument," or "verdict." This structure follows a common Chinese word-formation pattern where an adjective or verb (定) precedes a noun (论) to specify its nature, resulting in a term that denotes an authoritative and conclusive judgment on a matter.