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Definition of infer

infer

/ɪnˈfɜːr/
in · fer
Adverb:inferentially
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Adjective:inferential
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Past Simple:inferred
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Past Participle:inferred
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Present Participle:inferring
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• verb

1

To deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

Example

"From the tone of her voice, we could infer that she was unhappy with the final decision."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Often confused with 'imply'; in formal usage, a speaker or writer 'implies' (hints at) something, whereas a listener or reader 'infers' (deduces) a conclusion from the evidence.

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• Nearby Words

infective
infectiveness
infector
infer
inferable
inference
inferior

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 16th century from Latin 'inferre', meaning 'to bring in, introduce, or deduce', formed from 'in-' (into) and 'ferre' (to carry or bear).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Infer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/infer
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