Week 10 – Monday
infer
Part of Speech
verb
Definition
To draw a conclusion after considering specific evidence
or facts.
Sentence
Students can infer from the materials on their desks
that they are doing an experiment today.
Week 10 – Tuesday
inference
Part of Speech
noun
Definition
A conclusion drawn by reasoning from facts and
evidence.
Sentence
When Sean didn’t attend the audition, we made the
inference that he didn’t want to be in the play.
Week 10 – Wednesday
surmise
Part of Speech
verb
Definition
To draw a conclusion without certain knowledge;
suppose.
Sentence
I surmise that we will go on vacation this year,
but my parents haven’t said anything yet.
Week 10 – Thursday
contemplate
Part of Speech
verb
Definition
To think about deeply and seriously.
Sentence
The teacher will contemplate the students’
suggestions.