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inductive

[in-duhk-tiv] / ɪnˈdʌk tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
introductory
Synonyms
STRONGEST
inaugural preparatory
WEAK
anterior basic beginning early elementary incipient initial initiatory opening original precursory prefatory prelusive preparative primary prior proemial provisional rudimentary starting
Antonyms
WEAK
concluding ending final finishing last
ADJECTIVE
preliminary
Synonyms
STRONGEST
exploratory preparatory prior
STRONG
basic first fundamental opening pilot primary qualifying readying test trial
WEAK
elemental elementary initiatory preceding precursory prefatory preparing primal
Antonyms
STRONG
additional extra secondary
WEAK
closing concluding final
ADJECTIVE
preparatory
Synonyms
STRONGEST
preliminary previous
WEAK
before elementary in advance of in anticipation of opening precautionary prefatory prelusive prep preparative primary prior to
Antonyms
WEAK
auxiliary supplementary
ADJECTIVE
prolegomenous
Synonyms
WEAK
anterior basic beginning early elementary inaugural incipient initial initiatory opening original precursory prefatory preliminary prelusive preparative preparatory primary prior proemial provisional rudimentary starting
ADJECTIVE
prolegomenous
Synonyms
WEAK
basic elemental elementary exploratory first fundamental initiatory introductory opening pilot preceding precursory prefatory preparatory preparing primal primary prior qualifying readying test trial
ADVERB
a posteriori
Synonyms
WEAK
analytical empirical experimental from the latter inducible logical practical

Example Sentences

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Computers cannot do inductive reasoning or make long-range plans.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026

The plan is to install inductive charging coils underground along Charles E. Young Drive between the Westwood Plaza intersection and Murphy Hall.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 29, 2024

In order to achieve such levels of accuracy, current testing requires a device called an inductive coupled plasma mass spectrometer.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2024

This is the promise of wireless EV charging, an inductive transfer of electrons that would eliminate the need for all those pesky cords.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 26, 2024

Almost never is inductive reasoning taught or are mathematical phenomena studied with an eye toward guessing the relevant properties and rules.

From "Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences" by John Allen Paulos

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