inference
0 antonyms and opposites of inference, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A conclusion reached by reasoning from evidence rather than being told directly.
How to use inference
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin inferentia, from infer + -ence.
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What does “inference” mean?
The word “inference” means a conclusion reached by reasoning from evidence rather than being told directly. In plain terms, a conclusion you draw from evidence, or (in tech) the answer an AI model gives once it's been trained.
How do you pronounce “inference”?
“Inference” is pronounced IHN-fuh-ruhns (/ˈɪn.fɚ.əns/ in IPA).
How do you use “inference” in a sentence?
Here is “inference” used in a sentence: “It was a reasonable inference that the delay was caused by the strike.”
What part of speech is “inference”?
“Inference” is a noun.
Where does the word “inference” come from?
The word “inference” comes from Latin. From Latin inferentia, from infer + -ence.
Is “inference” a common word?
“Inference” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “inference” have?
“Inference” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a conclusion reached by reasoning from evidence rather than being told directly.