Word Type

Noun

The word "inference" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Defined As

forming of conclusion from premises by logical methods

Derived Terms

inference rule inference to the best explanation inferencing inferential macroinference microinference misinference type inference

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

abstract thought logical thinking reasoning

Narrower Terms (Hyponyms)

deductive inference inductive inference statistical inference

Type Of (IsA)

reasoning type inference

Related Terms

conclusion deduction induction inferred inferring

Used For

understanding

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