extrapolated

Definitions

Extended the application of a method or conclusion to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue.

Estimated or inferred a value or quantity that lies outside the range of known data points.

Examples

The researchers extrapolated the future growth of the population based on current birth and death rates.

By analyzing the limited data points, the scientist extrapolated a trend that suggested a significant increase in global temperatures.

Synonyms

projected inferred estimated predicted deduced concluded forecasted

Antonyms

measured observed verified calculated ascertained confirmed proven