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extrapolate vs compute

compute vs extrapolate

extrapolate and compute both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
extrapolate No No Yes No
compute No No Yes No
As verbs, compute is a hypernym of extrapolate; that is, compute is a word with a broader meaning than extrapolate:
  • extrapolate: estimate the value of something based on known values
  • compute: make a mathematical calculation or computation
Other hypernyms of extrapolate include calculate, cipher, cypher, figure, reckon, work out.
extrapolate (verb) compute (verb)
estimate the value of something based on known values make a mathematical calculation or computation
gain knowledge of (an area not known or experienced) by extrapolating
draw from specific cases for more general cases
Difference between extrapolate and compute

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