infer
Translation
to infer, to deduce, to conclude
Examples
From his tone, I inferred he was angry.
From his tone, I inferred he was angry.
We can infer the cause from the effect.
We can infer the cause from the effect.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((from sth.)) to deduce (sth.) from (sth.) We can infer the cause from the effect.
((that ...)) to conclude (that ...) I inferred that he was angry.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deduce, conclude, surmise
Etymology
From Latin 'inferre' (in- 'in' + ferre 'to bring, carry'), meaning 'to bring in' a conclusion.
Memory Tips
Think of 'bringing IN' a conclusion based on the evidence you have.