extrapolation vs guessing

extrapolation

noun
  • An inference about some hypothetical situation based on known facts. 

  • A calculation of an estimate of the value of some function outside the range of known values. 

  • The diametric opposite of interpolation. 

guessing

noun
  • The act of making a guess; estimate or prediction; foresight. 

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