Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
draw an inference
Phrase
drɔː ən ˈɪn.fə.ɹəns
Definition
To come to a conclusion or logical deduction based on available evidence or reasoning.
Examples
- After reading the report, you can draw an inference about the company’s financial stability.
- From her facial expressions, I was able to draw an inference about her feelings on the subject.
Meaning
When you draw an inference, you use the information presented to identify a relationship or derive a new understanding that is not explicitly stated.
Synonyms
- deduce
- conclude
- derive
- interpret
- reason
