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Inferences

Verb / ˈɪnfɜ:ˌensɪz / Another word for inferences — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An inference is a conclusion or judgment made based on evidence or reasoning.

Synonyms & similar words

illation inference conclusion deduction assumption presumption guess supposition conjecture interpretation speculation surmise reckoning judgment reasoning belief notion hypothesis theory opinion insight understanding

Example sentences

  1. She made an inference about the character's feelings based on their actions.
  2. I can infer from the clues that the dog ran away.
  3. His inference about the ending of the story was incorrect.
  4. The scientist made an inference based on the experimental data.
  5. We can draw an inference about the weather from the dark clouds.

Quotes

  • Inferences are the footprints of thinking.
  • The mind leaps to inferences; it does not walk.
  • The essence of inference is the possession of fewer general premises than the conclusion has.

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