deductive

/dɪˈdʌktɪv/
adjective
  1. Relating to or using deduction; reasoning from general principles to specific conclusions.
    • In a deductive argument, if the premises are true, the conclusion must be true.
    • The scientist used deductive logic to predict the outcome of the experiment.
    • Sherlock Holmes is famous for his deductive reasoning skills.
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