Definition of Infer
Infer
in·fer
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to deduce or derive something based off evidence and reasoning;
e.g. Based off the data and facts, we can infer that the number of positive cases are constantly rising.
(verb)
to suggest or hint;
e.g. Are you inferring that I am not competent for this job simply because of my age?
(verb)
to guess or speculate;
e.g. Your silence allows me to infer that you either have nothing to say, or that you haven't been paying attention.
(verb)
to indicate or point out;
e.g. One can infer that you have been quiet during the entire meeting.
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