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Definition of Inductive reasoning
1. Noun. Reasoning from detailed facts to general principles.
Exact synonyms: Generalisation, Generalization, Induction
Generic synonyms: Colligation
Derivative terms: Generalize, Induce
Generic synonyms: Colligation
Derivative terms: Generalize, Induce
Definition of Inductive reasoning
1. Noun. The process of making inferences based upon observed patterns, or simple repetition. Often used in reference to predictions about what ''will happen'' or ''does happen,'' based upon what ''has happened.'' ¹
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