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extrapolate

verbformalcommon/ɐjʃ.tɾɐ.pu.ˈlaɾ/ex·tra·po·lar

Definition

1

To extend a conclusion or method beyond the limits of the known data or situation; to generalize unduly.

Usage examples

We can extrapolate future sales based on current growth rates. / It's a mistake to extrapolate from a single anecdote.

Common combinations

extrapolate dataextrapolate findingsextrapolate a trend