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inference
a conclusion reached from evidence
a conclusion drawn from evidence
In more detail
1. (noun) a conclusion that you reach by using information you already have
2. (noun) the act of reaching a conclusion based on available information
Examples
- 1. From the fact that she was smiling, I made the inference that she was happy.
- 2. The scientist used inference to explain the results of the experiment.
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