inductive reasoning
inductive reasoning · inductive reasonings
Induktion
The process of making inferences based upon observed patterns, or simple repetitionThe process of making inferences based upon observed patterns, or simple repetition. Often used in reference to predictions about what will happen or does happen, based upon what has happened.
Meaning
1 sensesThe process of making inferences based upon observed patterns, or simple repetition. Often used in reference to predictions about what will happen or does happen, based upon what has happened.
Induktion
More definitions
- reasoning from detailed facts to general principles
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By meaning 1
the process of making inferences based upon observed patterns:
Forms
plural: inductive reasonings| Singular | inductive reasoning |
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Synonyms
3 synonymsClose in meaning
- reasoning from detailed facts to general principles:generalizationgeneralisationinduction