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to infer
01
to reach an opinion or decision based on available evidence and one's understanding of the matter
Transitive: to infer sth | to infer that
Example
After observing the pattern of behavior, the detective could infer that the suspect was familiar with the victim.
Teachers often ask students to infer the meaning of words from the context of a sentence.
02
to suggest or hint at something indirectly
Transitive: to infer a meaning
Example
The artist used symbolism to infer deeper meanings in the painting, inviting viewers to interpret for themselves.
The teacher 's raised eyebrow seemed to infer a warning to the noisy students.
03
to make an educated guess or form an opinion
Transitive: to infer that
Example
She inferred that he was upset because he was n’t speaking much.
The detective inferred the criminal ’s identity from the clues left at the scene.
04
to make conclusions or assumptions based on information
Intransitive
Example
He did n't need to ask; he could just infer from the atmosphere.
I tried to infer from their actions, but it was unclear.
