infer
verb (used with object)
to derive by reasoning; conclude or judge from premises or evidence.
has inferred
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present perfectof infer (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Another interesting property is that an "aha" experience depends on something the individual has inferred or generated themselves.
From Salon ● Oct. 21, 2023
At first it appeared he may be out for the year but Martinez has inferred he could return at some point.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 29, 2018
The International Campaign for Human Rights in Iran, a New York-based nonprofit, has inferred that the prosecution likely relied on “little more than a forced false ‘confession’.”
From The Guardian ● Oct. 12, 2015
“The reality on the ground is not as bad as the market has inferred from the weakness in economic data,” Peter Nesvold, an analyst with Jefferies and Company, wrote in a report this week.
From New York Times ● Sep. 1, 2011
By the operation of this principle in the child's mind, before he can reason, he has inferred, that if he shall again touch flame, he will again feel pain.
From A Practical Enquiry into the Philosophy of Education by James Gall
