Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
illation
noun
ˌɪlˈeɪʃən
Definition
The act of inferring or deducing something from evidence or reasoning.
Examples
- After careful consideration of the data, the scientists reached an illation about the results.
- Her illation regarding the author’s intent was supported by various textual clues.
- The detective’s illation helped solve the case by connecting seemingly unrelated events.
Meaning
Illation refers to the process of drawing conclusions based on provided information or premises.
Synonyms
- Inference
- Deduction
- Conclusion
- Reasoning
