inferred (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈfɜːrd/

Definition

To deduce or conclude (information) from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

Examples

• From her silence, I inferred that she was unhappy.

• The study inferred a link between the two events.

• We can infer that the company is doing well based on its recent investments.

How to Use inferred

infer from (prepositional phrase)

To deduce information based on a specific source or piece of evidence. — "We can infer from the text that the author was unhappy with the outcome."

infer that (prepositional phrase)

To deduce that a particular situation or fact is true. — "Based on his reaction, I inferred that he did not want to go."

Synonyms of inferred

Words with a similar meaning to inferred:

• deduced
• concluded
• gathered
• surmised

Antonyms of inferred

Words with the opposite meaning to inferred:

• stated
• declared

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