infer
1 ENTRIES FOUND:
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inferred;
inferring
infers;
inferred;
inferring
Britannica Dictionary definition of INFER
[+ object]
1
:
to form (an opinion) from evidence
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to reach (a conclusion) based on known facts
— often + from
— often + that
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compare imply
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It's difficult to infer how these changes will affect ordinary citizens.
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She said she was pleased, but her true feelings could be inferred from the look of disappointment on her face.
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I inferred from his silence that he was angry about my decision.
2
informal
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to hint or suggest (something)
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imply
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Are you inferring that I'm wrong?
◊ Many people regard this use of infer as an error, but it occurs commonly in spoken English.
