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infer
to deduce from evidence
In more detail
1. (verb) to form an opinion or conclusion based on evidence or facts you have noticed or heard
2. (verb) to suggest something indirectly without stating it directly
Examples
- 1. From her smile, I inferred that she was happy about the news.
- 2. The article infers that pollution is getting worse in the city.
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