Deductive
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈdʌktɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Deductive is an adjective meaning Of, pertaining to, or based on deduction (process of reasoning).
Meaning
Of, pertaining to, or based on deduction (process of reasoning).
More Meanings
- (logic) Based on inferences from general principles.
Example Sentences
deductive system of semantics
Synonyms for deductive
Depending on context, synonyms include illative, inferential, deducible.
Antonyms for deductive
Common opposites include inductive.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include inferential, deducible, illative, reference, benchmark, baseline.
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