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extrapolate

 

[ ɪkˈstræpəleɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

mathematics

To extend the known data or values of a sequence or function beyond the area that is actually known, typically by using a formula or pattern to predict future values.

Synonyms

estimate, predict, project

Examples of usage

  • By extrapolating the trend from the past five years, we can predict the sales for the upcoming year.
  • She extrapolated the results of the experiment to draw a conclusion about the overall population.
Context #2 | Verb

general

To infer or estimate something based on known information or data, often by extending or projecting the existing trends or patterns.

Synonyms

conclude, deduce, infer

Examples of usage

  • The detective was able to extrapolate the suspect's whereabouts from the evidence at the crime scene.
  • You can extrapolate the final cost by multiplying the initial price by the number of units.

Translations

Translations of the word "extrapolate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 extrapolar

🇮🇳 व्यत्यासित करना

🇩🇪 extrapolieren

🇮🇩 memprediksi

🇺🇦 екстраполювати

🇵🇱 ekstrapolować

🇯🇵 外挿する (がいそうする)

🇫🇷 extrapoler

🇪🇸 extrapolar

🇹🇷 ekstrapole etmek

🇰🇷 외삽하다

🇸🇦 استقراء

🇨🇿 extrapolovat

🇸🇰 extrapolovať

🇨🇳 外推 (wàituī)

🇸🇮 ekstrapolirati

🇮🇸 útvíkka

🇰🇿 экстраполяция жасау

🇬🇪 ექსტრაპოლირება

🇦🇿 ekstrapolyasiya etmək

🇲🇽 extrapolar

Word origin

The word 'extrapolate' originated from the Latin word 'extrapolatus', which means 'to extend'. It first appeared in English in the mid-19th century. The concept of extrapolation has been used in various fields, including mathematics, statistics, and science, to make predictions or draw conclusions based on existing data. The ability to extrapolate accurately is crucial in decision-making and forecasting.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,196, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.