B2 noun ニュートラル

infer

/ɪnˈfɜːr/

To reach a conclusion or form an opinion based on facts, evidence, or reasoning rather than on direct statements. It involves understanding a hidden meaning or 'reading between the lines' when information is not explicitly provided.

例文

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1

From her silence, I could infer that she wasn't happy with the news.

From her silence, I could conclude that she wasn't happy with the news.

2

The jury may infer intent from the defendant's actions prior to the incident.

The jury may conclude the person's intention based on what they did before the event.

3

You can't just infer I'm mad just because I didn't text back immediately!

You can't assume I am angry just because I did not reply to your message right away.

語族

名詞
inference
Verb
infer
副詞
inferentially
形容詞
inferential
関連
inferrer
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覚え方のコツ

Think of the 'in' in 'infer' as 'in-take'. You are taking in clues to find an answer. Also, 'infer' and 'interpret' both start with 'i'.

クイックテスト

Based on the evidence presented in court, what can we ____ about the suspect's motive?

正解!

正解は: a

例文

1

From her silence, I could infer that she wasn't happy with the news.

everyday

From her silence, I could conclude that she wasn't happy with the news.

2

The jury may infer intent from the defendant's actions prior to the incident.

formal

The jury may conclude the person's intention based on what they did before the event.

3

You can't just infer I'm mad just because I didn't text back immediately!

informal

You can't assume I am angry just because I did not reply to your message right away.

4

Researchers infer the temperature of ancient climates by studying ice core samples.

academic

Scientists determine the temperature of past climates by analyzing samples of old ice.

5

We can infer from the sales data that our marketing strategy needs adjustment.

business

We can conclude from the sales figures that our advertising plan needs to be changed.

語族

名詞
inference
Verb
infer
副詞
inferentially
形容詞
inferential
関連
inferrer

よく使う組み合わせ

infer from to conclude based on specific evidence
reasonably infer to make a logical and fair conclusion
difficult to infer hard to reach a conclusion from the given info
infer a meaning to figure out a meaning that isn't stated
statistically infer to reach a conclusion using data analysis

よく使うフレーズ

draw an inference

to make a conclusion based on evidence

infer the meaning

to understand the hidden message

infer a relationship

to conclude that two things are connected

よく混同される語

infer vs imply

To imply is to suggest something indirectly (the speaker's action), while to infer is to conclude something from those suggestions (the listener's action).

📝

使い方のコツ

Use 'infer' when you are the one receiving information and making a logical leap. It is primarily used in analytical, academic, or investigative contexts.

⚠️

よくある間違い

Many learners use 'infer' when they actually mean 'imply'. Remember: The sender implies; the receiver infers.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of the 'in' in 'infer' as 'in-take'. You are taking in clues to find an answer. Also, 'infer' and 'interpret' both start with 'i'.

📖

語源

Derived from the Latin 'inferre', which means 'to bring in' or 'to carry in'.

文法パターン

verb + that clause (e.g., 'infer that...') verb + from + noun (e.g., 'infer from the evidence') past tense: inferred (note the double 'r')
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文化的な背景

The concept of 'inferring' is central to the English legal system and scientific method, where direct proof isn't always available.

クイックテスト

Based on the evidence presented in court, what can we ____ about the suspect's motive?

正解!

正解は: a

関連単語

intrabrevsion

C1

A technical or linguistic term referring to the internal abbreviation or condensation of information within a specific system or document. It describes the act of shortening components for internal efficiency while maintaining the integrity of the overall structure.

prevalor

C1

To prove superior in power, influence, or frequency within a specific context. It describes a situation where one principle, opinion, or force becomes dominant over others.

ultrajuncter

C1

Describing something that exists beyond a standard point of connection or is characterized by an extreme degree of integration between disparate parts. It is typically used in specialized contexts to denote systems, theories, or structures that bridge multiple complex networks simultaneously.

macrosanctible

C1

A large-scale system, institution, or conceptual framework that is regarded as inviolable and beyond criticism due to its perceived sacredness or fundamental importance. It typically refers to entities that are protected from alteration or scrutiny because of their massive cultural or structural status.

uncedate

C1

A formal and technical noun referring to a state or instance where a claim, territory, or right has not been yielded or surrendered. It describes the preservation of original status or possession despite pressure to concede or transfer control.

anvention

C1

To systematically modify or adapt an existing concept or object into a new form, particularly within a controlled environment or set of parameters. This verb describes the process of innovating by bridging the gap between rigorous analysis and creative invention.

semiliberness

C1

To exist in or grant a state of partial liberty or restricted autonomy. It describes the act of functioning within a framework that provides some freedom while maintaining significant oversight or control.

cosolvment

C1

Describing a substance or factor that acts in conjunction with another to facilitate the process of dissolving a solute or resolving a complex situation. In technical contexts, it refers to an auxiliary agent that enhances the solubility of a primary solvent system.

unaudless

C1

Describing something that is completely devoid of sound or impossible to hear. It is often used in literary or technical contexts to emphasize a profound state of silence or a lack of auditory signature.

monosomnful

C1

A noun referring to the physiological or habitual state of experiencing only one continuous, uninterrupted period of sleep within a twenty-four-hour cycle. It describes the quality of a monophasic sleep pattern where rest is concentrated into a single block without supplemental naps.

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