inductive

• Relatif à un raisonnement ou une méthode qui tire des principes généraux à partir d'observations particulières ; souvent utilisé en logique et dans les contextes scientifiques.

Relating to reasoning or method that derives general principles from specific observations; often used in logic and scientific contexts.

1. Arising from inductanceC1formaltechnical

   Relating to or caused by the property of an electric circuit by which a change in current induces an electromotive force.

   inductif (électricité)

   • The inductive reactance of the coil was measured in the lab.
   • Inductive coupling is used in wireless charging systems.
   • The circuit's inductive properties caused a delay in the current.

2. Reasoning from specific to generalB2formal

   A method of reasoning that moves from specific observations or facts to broader generalizations and theories.

   inductif (raisonnement)

   • Inductive reasoning is used to form hypotheses based on data.
   • The scientist used an inductive approach to derive the law.
   • In logic, inductive arguments are not always certain but are probable.

   Synonymesbottom-upempirical

   Antonymesdeductive

3. Influencing or leading onC2formal

   Having the quality of inducing, influencing, or leading someone to a particular action or state.

   qui induit, incitatif

   • His inductive speech persuaded the crowd to follow him.
   • The inductive power of her argument was undeniable.
   • Milton wrote of an inductive force that guides the soul.

   Synonymescausativeconduciveinducinginfluentialleadingmotivatingpersuasive