What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
extrapolate
Example
Based on the current sales data, we can extrapolate that we will reach our target by the end of the quarter. [extrapolate: verb]
Example
The study extrapolated the results from a small sample size to the entire population. [extrapolated: past tense]
deduce
Example
From the evidence presented, we can deduce that the suspect was at the scene of the crime. [deduce: verb]
Example
I deduced from her tone of voice that she was not happy with the decision. [deduced: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Deduce is more commonly used than extrapolate in everyday language. Deduce is versatile and can be used in various contexts, while extrapolate is more commonly used in scientific or technical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between extrapolate and deduce?
Extrapolate is typically associated with a formal and technical tone, while deduce is more versatile and can be employed in both formal and informal contexts.
