inductive

Meanings

• adjective, noun

  A method of reasoning in which general rules or conclusions are drawn from specific observations or experiences.

  - "The inductive method is used to make scientific discoveries."
  - "Inductive reasoning is the process of making logical inferences from data."
  - "The detective used inductive reasoning to solve the case based on the evidence."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɪnˈdʌktɪv/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with inductive
ductive , percussive

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Variants

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inductive , inductively

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'inducere', meaning 'to lead or introduce'.

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Trivia

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1. Inductive reasoning is often used in the scientific method.

2. The philosopher John Locke is credited with popularizing the concept of inductive reasoning in the 17th century.

3. Inductive reasoning is also known as 'bottom-up' reasoning, as it starts with specific observations and works up to general conclusions.

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Related Concepts

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1. Abduction: A type of reasoning that involves forming explanatory hypotheses from observations or data.

2. Deduction: A type of reasoning that involves deriving conclusions from general principles or premises.

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Inductive reasoning has been a fundamental concept in various fields such as science, mathematics, philosophy, and law. It is often contrasted with deductive reasoning, which starts with general principles and applies them to specific cases.

How to Memorize "inductive"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a scientist observing patterns in data and drawing conclusions based on those observations.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'inductive' with the idea of drawing conclusions from specific observations or experiences.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'S-O-P' (Specific Observations, Patterns, Principles) to remember the steps of the inductive reasoning process.

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