Often used to refer to the being that is believed to have created the universe. When capitalized, refers to the Christian god. Host - When speaking of viruses, the host is what the virus infects. Hypothesis - A proposed explanation for something that has not yet been tested or verified. Inductive Argument - An argument formed with inductive logic.
Inductive arguments attempt to prove a general claim based on specific evidence.
The type of logic that is used to try to prove a generalization based on specific facts. Infected - A host that has a virus attached to it is said to be infected. Virus , Host . In a deductive argument, refers to the step by step process that builds upon the premises and leads up to the conclusion. Instinct - A behavioral pattern that is genetic rather than learned.