
Inference
Beyond Direct
Understanding 'inference' means seeing beyond what's explicitly stated to gain information.

His hesitation infers he's unsure, even though he didn't say it.
Context Clues
'Inference' involves using context clues within a conversation or text to conclude.

The dark clouds inferred a possible storm.
Careful Guess
An inference is like a careful guess supported by what you know or observe.

She smiled at the mention of skiing, inferring she enjoyed the sport.
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AssumptionConclusionConjectureDeductionPresumptionReasonSpeculateSurmise
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