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Definition of "extrapolation" []

  • A calculation of an estimate of the value of some function outside the range of known values. (noun)
  • An inference about some hypothetical situation based on known facts. (noun)

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Use "extrapolation" in a sentence
  • "The obvious extrapolation is that men and women are of equal talent and deserve to be treated equally."
  • "You (and Obama) are making an unwarranted extrapolation from the fact that bin Laden happened to be operating in Afghanistan at the time of 9/11."
  • "The careful extrapolation is mixed with some silly ideas and burdened with a sentimental Alzheimer's recovery story."