What is another word for inductiveness?

Pronunciation: [ɪndˈʌktɪvnəs] (IPA)

Inductiveness refers to the ability to reason and draw conclusions based on specific observations or evidence. Synonyms for this word include inductive reasoning, induction, inductivity, and inductive logic. Inductive reasoning involves analyzing patterns and drawing conclusions based on observed data, rather than starting with a preconceived idea or hypothesis. It is often used in scientific research and experiments to test hypotheses and develop theories. Other related words include deductive reasoning (using general principles to come to specific conclusions) and abductive reasoning (inferring explanations for observed phenomena). All of these words are important concepts in logical reasoning and critical thinking.

What are the hypernyms for Inductiveness?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    ability, the abstract nouns power.

Usage examples for Inductiveness

This will be best explained by defining the positive property of inductiveness which characterises the finite numbers, and which is named after the method of proof known as "mathematical induction."
"Our Knowledge of the External World as a Field for Scientific Method in Philosophy"
Bertrand Russell
His first work, Begriffsschrift, published in 1879, contained the very important theory of hereditary properties in a series to which I alluded in connection with inductiveness.
"Our Knowledge of the External World as a Field for Scientific Method in Philosophy"
Bertrand Russell

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