Inferable: meaning, definitions and examples

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inferable

 

[ ɪnˈfɜːrəbəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in reasoning

Capable of being inferred or deduced; logical or reasonable to conclude.

Synonyms

concludable, deducible, derivable.

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Word Description / Examples
inferable

Used when something is implied or can be understood without being explicitly stated. Often used in logical or everyday contexts where assumptions are made.

  • From the evidence presented, it is inferable that the suspect was at the scene.
  • The tone in his voice made it inferable that he was not pleased.
deducible

Used when something can be logically derived from other information or facts. Often appears in academic, mathematical, or scientific contexts.

  • From the equations provided, the values are easily deducible.
  • His motives were deducible from his past behavior.
derivable

Used when something can be obtained from another source or through reasoning. Commonly used in academic, mathematical, or scientific contexts.

  • These results are derivable from the initial set of assumptions.
  • The formula is derivable through a series of logical steps.
concludable

Used when something can be brought to an end or a conclusion can be reached. Often used in formal or scientific contexts where decisions or results are being finalized.

  • After reviewing all the data, it was concludable that the hypothesis was correct.
  • The investigation is now concludable with the findings presented.

Examples of usage

  • It is inferable from the evidence that the suspect was at the scene of the crime.
  • Her success was inferable from her hard work and determination.
Context #2 | Adjective

in statistics

Able to be estimated or predicted based on available data.

Synonyms

estimable, predictable, projectable.

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Word Description / Examples
inferable

When something can be concluded or understood based on evidence or reasoning.

  • The solution to the puzzle was inferable from the given clues
  • Her feelings were inferable from her body language
predictable

When something happens in a way that is expected or easy to foresee.

  • The plot of the movie was so predictable
  • His reaction was predictable given the circumstances
estimable

When referring to someone or something deserving respect or admiration, or when something can be approximately calculated.

  • She is an estimable leader who always thinks of others
  • The value of the antique was estimable by the expert
projectable

When referring to something that can be projected or extended forward in time or space.

  • The data is projectable onto future sales trends
  • The image was projectable onto the screen with the new projector

Examples of usage

  • The inferable outcome of the experiment was within the expected range.
  • From the current trends, it is inferable that the company will see a profit increase.

Translations

Translations of the word "inferable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inferível

🇮🇳 अनुमेय

🇩🇪 ableitbar

🇮🇩 dapat disimpulkan

🇺🇦 виведений

🇵🇱 dający się wywnioskować

🇯🇵 推論可能な (suiron kanōna)

🇫🇷 déductible

🇪🇸 inferible

🇹🇷 çıkarılabilir

🇰🇷 추론할 수 있는 (churonhal su inneun)

🇸🇦 يمكن استنتاجه (yumkin aistintaajuh)

🇨🇿 odvoditelný

🇸🇰 odvoditeľný

🇨🇳 可推断的 (kě tuīduàn de)

🇸🇮 izvedljiv

🇮🇸 leiðanlegur

🇰🇿 қорытынды шығаруға болатын

🇬🇪 განსაზღვრული (gansazghvruli)

🇦🇿 nəticə çıxarıla bilən

🇲🇽 inferible

Etymology

The word 'inferable' is derived from the verb 'infer,' which comes from the Latin word 'inferre,' meaning 'to bring in, bring forward.' The suffix '-able' is added to 'infer' to create 'inferable,' indicating the ability to be inferred or deduced. The concept of inference has long been a fundamental aspect of logic, reasoning, and statistical analysis.

See also: infer, inference, inferior, infernal, inferno, inferrable, inferred.