Inferential
(adjective)
- Relating to making inferences or drawing conclusions.
- Based on reasoning or logical deduction rather than direct observation.
Origin:
This word is formed by the combination of the prefix "in-" meaning "not" and the word "inferential" meaning "relating to making inferences or drawing conclusions".
Examples:
- The conclusion of the study was inferential, as it was based on the data collected.
- The report drew inferential conclusions about the cause of the accident.
- An inferential statistics test was used to determine the likelihood of the results being due to chance.
- The argument was based on inferential reasoning, as the speaker drew conclusions from the evidence presented.
- The diagnosis was inferential and was based on the patient's symptoms and medical history.