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EXTRAPOLATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Extrapolation.

Extrapolation - as a noun

(mathematics) calculation of the value of a function outside the range of known values

An inference about the future (or about some hypothetical situation) based on known facts and observations

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
illationinference
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"In this study, we made an extrapolation of the data to predict future trends."
"The scientists used extrapolation to estimate the population size based on limited data."
"The company used extrapolation to determine sales projections for the upcoming quarter."
"The economist made an extrapolation of the current economic indicators to forecast inflation rates."
"The mathematician used extrapolation techniques to extend the series of numbers."
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Word Game Points

Is EXTRAPOLATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, extrapolation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXTRAPOLATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is EXTRAPOLATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, extrapolation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXTRAPOLATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is EXTRAPOLATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, extrapolation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXTRAPOLATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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