EXTRAPOLATION
(noun)Definitions
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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
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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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Is EXTRAPOLATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, extrapolation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordEXTRAPOLATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.
Is EXTRAPOLATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, extrapolation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEXTRAPOLATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
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