deductive

• Die Deduktion betreffend, auf ihr beruhend; vom Allgemeinen auf das Besondere schließend, folgernd.

Relating to reasoning from general principles to specific conclusions; using logical deduction.

1. Relating to logical deductionB2formal

   Pertaining to the process of reasoning from general principles to specific conclusions.

   Deduktiv

   • The detective used deductive reasoning to solve the case.
   • Deductive arguments are common in mathematics and philosophy.
   • Her deductive skills helped her identify the error quickly.

   Synonymeanalyticinferentiallogicalrationalsyllogistic

   Antonymeinductive

2. Involving inferences from general principlesB2formal

   Characterized by drawing specific conclusions from broad, established premises.

   Deduktiv

   • The scientist applied a deductive method to test the hypothesis.
   • In deductive logic, if the premises are true, the conclusion must be true.
   • The textbook explained deductive reasoning with clear examples.

   Synonymeanalyticinferentiallogicalrationalsyllogistic

   Antonymeinductive