To infer
Example: They infer conclusions from available data
Definition
"To infer" means to deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements. For example, when they infer conclusions from available data, they are drawing logical interpretations based on what is implied or observed.
Etymology
The word "to infer" comes from the Latin verb 'inferre,' meaning 'to bring in' or 'to carry in.' It entered English in the late Middle Ages and originally related to bringing information from one source to another. Did you know? The root 'ferre' means 'to carry,' highlighting how inference involves carrying meaning from evidence to understanding.
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"To infer" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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