inference

Meaning

A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning; logical deduction.

A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.

a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning

Example Sentences

Scientists make inferences based on experimental data.

Based on the evidence, his inference was accurate.

The detective made an inference based on the evidence he collected.

Synonyms

deduction, conclusion, reasoning, assumption

Entry 1

deduction, conclusion, reasoning

Entry 2

conclusion, deduction

Entry 3

deduction, conclusion, reasoning, assumption

Antonyms

misjudgment, guesswork, incorrect assumption, assumption, fact, proof, reality

Entry 1

misjudgment, guesswork, incorrect assumption

Entry 2

assumption, misjudgment

Entry 3

fact, proof, reality

Collocations

draw an inference, logical inference, inference from evidence