Derive
Derive verb - To form an opinion or reach a conclusion through reasoning and information.
Usage example: from the summit, he was able to derive his location from the position of several prominent landmarks
Extrapolate and derive are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Extrapolate" instead a verb "Derive".
Extrapolate
Extrapolate verb - To form an opinion or reach a conclusion through reasoning and information.
Usage example: we can extrapolate from past economic recessions the probable course of the current one
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Synonyms for Extrapolate
Derive and extrapolate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Derive" instead a verb "Extrapolate".
Nearby Words: extrapolation, extrapolating
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