Inferensi
Definition & Context
Noun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
The process of logically “drawing conclusions” based on available premises, evidence, or data through deductive or inductive reasoning.
Synonyms & Variants
deduksi
It is a type of inference, but more specific to reasoning from general to specific.
kesimpulan
This word has a very close meaning and is often used interchangeably in general contexts.
konklusi
A loanword referring to a final opinion based on previous descriptions or arguments.
simpulan
The result of the concluding process or something inferred from a discussion or text.
tafsiran
The result of the process of interpreting or providing an explanation for something.
induksi
It is a type of inference, but more specific to reasoning from specific to general.
penalaran
Inference is the result of the reasoning process.
analisis
Although different, analysis often forms the basis for making inferences.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The term inferensi is a direct loanword from the English inference, which itself originates from the Latin īnferentia, meaning 'conclusion' or 'implication'. Īnferentia is derived from the verb īnferō ('to bring in', 'to conclude'). In standard Indonesian, the word is used exclusively in a formal register, particularly in academic, logical, and statistical discourse. Its use denotes a systematic intellectual process to reach a conclusion, distinguishing it from more speculative everyday expressions such as 'kira-kira' (guess) or 'mungkin' (maybe).
Real-world Usage
Berdasarkan data yang ada, kita dapat membuat inferensi bahwa kebijakan tersebut efektif.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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