Meaning & Definition of word "Deduce"
Deduce
/dɪˈdjuːs/
verb:
- 1. To arrive at a conclusion by reasoning or inference.
- Example: From the clues given, we can deduce what happened during the event.
- 2. To derive as a logical conclusion from premises.
- Example: She was able to deduce the answer from the information provided.
- 3. To infer by reasoning or interpretation.
- Example: The detective could deduce the suspect's movements based on the evidence.
Etymology
●Late Middle English: from Latin deducere 'lead down, bring down, derive', from de- 'down' + ducere 'lead'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
deduce from:
to conclude something based on information given.
deduce a conclusion:
to reach a conclusion based on reasoning.
deduce logically:
to arrive at a result using logical reasoning.
Related Words
inference:
The process of drawing a logical conclusion from available information.
conclusion:
A final decision or judgment based on reasoning.
Slang Meanings of deduce
Meaning: To figure something out
● Example Sentence: I deduced that he was lying based on his reactions.
Meaning: To come to a smart conclusion
● Example Sentence: She deduced the solution before anyone else even realized there was a question.