inductive
/ɪnˈdʌktɪv/
in · duc · tive
ɪn · ˈdʌk · tɪv
English Definition
adj. based on observing particulars
Significado en Español
inductivo
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Example Sentence
Inductive reasoning uses facts.
归纳法用事实推断。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
induce(extract)+tive(form).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following is a synonym for the word “inductive”?
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A
Logical
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B
Empirical
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C
Deductive
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D
Persuasive
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B — Empirical.
“inductive” means adj. based on observing particulars
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
Using ______ reasoning, she formed a general rule from many examples.
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A
inductive
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B
careless
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C
random
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D
hasty
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A — inductive.
“inductive” means adj. based on observing particulars
Common questions about “inductive”
What does “inductive” mean?
inductive — adj. based on observing particulars. In Chinese: 归纳的，归纳法的.
How do you pronounce “inductive”?
inductive is pronounced /ɪnˈdʌktɪv/. It breaks into 3 syllables: in · duc · tive.
How do you use “inductive” in a sentence?
Inductive reasoning uses facts. (归纳法用事实推断。)
What are synonyms for “inductive”?
inferential — all close in meaning to inductive (adj. based on observing particulars).
Is “inductive” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. inductive appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “inductive”?
induce(extract)+tive(form).
