Term: inference: the reasoning involved in drawing a conclusion or making a logical judgment on the basis of circumstantial evidence and prior conclusions rather than on the basis of direct observation
Broader: reasoning: thinking that is coherent and logical | Unrelated: chloroplast: plastid containing chlorophyll and other pigments; in plants that carry out photosynthesis
Broader: reasoning: thinking that is coherent and logical | Unrelated: water cooler: a device for cooling and dispensing drinking water
Broader: reasoning: thinking that is coherent and logical | Unrelated: brussels lace: fine lace with a raised or applique design
Broader: reasoning: thinking that is coherent and logical | Unrelated: security: defense against financial failure; financial independence
Broader: reasoning: thinking that is coherent and logical | Unrelated: pound: 16 ounces avoirdupois
Broader: reasoning: thinking that is coherent and logical | Unrelated: pet sitting: the work of a pet sitter; caring for pets in their own home while their owners are away from home
Broader: reasoning: thinking that is coherent and logical | Unrelated: alewife: flesh of shad-like fish abundant along the Atlantic coast or in coastal streams
Broader: reasoning: thinking that is coherent and logical | Unrelated: leeway: (of a ship or plane) sideways drift
Broader: reasoning: thinking that is coherent and logical | Unrelated: laser beam: a beam of light generated by a laser
Broader: reasoning: thinking that is coherent and logical | Unrelated: shortbread: very rich thick butter cookie