noun as in strong fondness

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deduction, induction

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Example Sentences

Example:The lawyer used rigorous deduction to argue the case.

Definition:A conclusion reached by reasoning from given facts or premises.

From deduction

Example:The researcher used induction to form a hypothesis based on preliminary research findings.

Definition:A form of logical reasoning in which the premises are viewed as supplying some evidence for the truth of the conclusion; however, the conclusion is not necessarily certain and is often less certain than the premises.

From induction