extrapolate
1. [ verb ] (mathematics) estimate the value of; in mathematics
Synonyms: interpolate
Related terms: calculate mathematics
2. [ verb ] draw from specific cases for more general cases
Synonyms: generalize infer generalise
Related terms: reason universalize overgeneralize inference abstraction generalisation
3. [ verb ] (logic) gain knowledge of (an area not known or experienced) by extrapolating
Related terms: deduce logic
Similar spelling:   extrapolated
  extrapolation
  extravasate
  extralegal
  extradite
  extra_point
  extricate
  extraverted
  extra_large
  extricated
  extravasation
  extractor