word
Literary
Infer
in-FUR
/ɪnˈfɜːr/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Infer
Dictionary meaning
To deduce or conclude information from evidence or reasoning.
Examples
- From her tone, I inferred that she was not pleased with the outcome.
Pronunciation tips
Two syllables. Stress on second syllable. The listener infers from what the speaker implies.
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