Definition

To make an educated guess or prediction about something based on known information or data.

Example

Scientists often extrapolate future climate conditions from current trends.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I was thinking about how we can extrapolate from the data we've gathered.

That's a good idea! It might help us see the bigger picture.

Exactly! If we can extrapolate trends, we can make better decisions.

For sure! Let’s work on that together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make an educated guess about something that is not known by using information that is already available.

Example

Scientists can extrapolate future climate conditions based on current data.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever tried to extrapolate the results from our last project?

Yeah, I think we can guess how it might perform next quarter.

Exactly! It's fascinating how we can extrapolate from just a few data points.

Root Explanation

Extrapolate → It is formed from "extra-" (meaning outside) and "polare" (from Latin "polare", meaning to make or to shape). The word describes the act of making conclusions or predictions based on information that is outside the known data.

Memory Tip

Think of looking 'outside' ('extra-') the known information to 'shape' ('polare') new conclusions — that's how extrapolate means to predict based on existing data.

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