extrapolate

[ikˈstrapəleɪt]

extrapolate Definition

  • 1to estimate or conclude something by extending or projecting known information
  • 2to infer from what is known

Using extrapolate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "extrapolate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Based on the data we have, we can extrapolate that the company will make a profit this year.

  • Example

    It's difficult to extrapolate what the future holds for the economy.

  • Example

    From the results of the experiment, we can extrapolate that the hypothesis is correct.

extrapolate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for extrapolate

Antonyms for extrapolate

Phrases with extrapolate

  • to estimate or infer something based on known information

    Example

    We can extrapolate from the previous year's sales figures to predict this year's performance.

  • to extend or project known data to estimate or conclude something

    Example

    The researchers extrapolated the data to make predictions about future trends.

  • to extend or project a known trend to estimate or conclude something

    Example

    Based on the current trend, we can extrapolate that the number of users will continue to grow.

Origins of extrapolate

from Latin 'extra' meaning 'outside' and 'polare' meaning 'to polish'

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Summary: extrapolate in Brief

The verb 'extrapolate' [ikˈstrapəleɪt] means to estimate or conclude something by extending or projecting known information. It is often used in scientific or mathematical contexts, such as 'From the results of the experiment, we can extrapolate that the hypothesis is correct.' 'Extrapolate' can also be used with phrases like 'extrapolate from' and 'extrapolate data,' and has synonyms like 'infer' and 'conclude.'