Extrapolate

ENZH

What Does Extrapolate Mean?

  • 推断
  • 外推
  • 推测

Extrapolate Pronunciation

/ɪkˈstræp.ə.leɪt/

Extrapolate Definition

verb

Definition

To extend the application of a method or conclusion to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue or similar methods will be applicable.

In ZH

通过假设现有趋势将继续或类似方法将适用,将方法或结论的应用扩展到未知情况。

How to Use Extrapolate in a Sentence

  • Scientists often extrapolate data from small samples to make predictions about larger populations.
  • The economist was able to extrapolate future growth trends from past data.
  • In her report, she attempted to extrapolate the impact of climate change on local agriculture.
  • It can be difficult to accurately extrapolate results from a limited set of experiments.
  • Using historical data, we can extrapolate what may happen in the next few years.