Inference Definition & Meaning

inference
noun
  1. the reasoning involved in drawing a conclusion or making a logical judgment on the basis of circumstantial evidence and prior conclusions rather than on the basis of direct observation

"Inference" in song lyrics

See how inference is used in real songs:

  • "court cases with statistical inference"
    AOL — AOL
  • "court cases and statistical inference"
    AOL — AOL
  • "what is a inference"
    AOL — AOL

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