inference
Definitions
A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.
The process of arriving at a logical conclusion from premises known or assumed to be true.
Examples
Based on the evidence, the detective drew the logical inference that the suspect had fled the country.
It is a common inference that people who smile more are generally happier.
The teacher encouraged the students to make an inference about the character's motivations based on the text.
Synonyms
deduction conclusion reasoning assumption presumption conjecture surmise