Words Related To Inference

noun an act of taking for granted or supposing; a supposition

verb to take for granted or without proof; to suppose

• It is unwise to assume that all the data is accurate without thorough verification.
• Don't just assume he will be there without confirming with him first.
• I assumed she was cool with it, but turns out she was actually upset.
• Never assume the grass is greener on the other side without experiencing it yourself.

noun a form of consumption or usage

verb to consume or use up

• The company decided to absume the costs of the project in order to stay within budget.
• I'm not sure if I can absume all the responsibilities of this new role.
• I wish I could just absume all my homework and go out with my friends.
• The darkness seemed to absume all the light in the room, creating an eerie atmosphere.