Meaning & use
infer
To reach a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than direct statement.
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From her tired eyes, I could infer that she had barely slept.
Scientists infer the age of the rock layer from its position and composition.
A note on using this word
Infer describes what a listener or reader concludes, while 'imply' describes what a speaker or writer suggests; the two are often confused.
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