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deduce
to reach a conclusion through logical reasoning
Synonyms
Antonyms
- guess
- assume
deduce in a sentence
From the muddy footprints, the detective could deduce that someone had entered through the back door.
After reviewing the sales figures quarter by quarter, the manager deduced that the new pricing had scared away regular customers.
Where it comes from
From Latin deducere 'to lead down or away' (de- 'from' + ducere 'to lead')
Memory hook
DE (down/away) + DUCE (lead) — leading a conclusion out from clues.
Word parts
- duc/duct — lead
deduce: de- (down, from) + duc (lead)
Read it in context
- The Long Descent Science