Inference (noun)

1. The process of deriving a conclusion from premises known or assumed to be true.
2. A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.
3. A judgment or conclusion derived by reasoning.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "the process of deriving a conclusion by reasoning"): from old french, or from latin inferentia, from infere "bring in, deduce".

Examples:

1. The inference from the evidence was that the defendant was guilty.
2. The inference he made was based on his extensive knowledge of the subject.
3. The inference was that the project would be completed on time.
4. The inference from the data was that the disease was spreading rapidly.
5. The inference from the test results was that the vaccine was effective.