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conjecture

noun/verb

kənˈdʒɛk.tʃər

Meaning

An opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information; to form an opinion or supposition about something.

an opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information; to form an opinion without sufficient evidence

The scientist's conjecture was later proven true.

The critics conjectured that the book was inspired by real events.

speculation, hypothesis, guesswork, guess, assumption, surmise

Entry 1

speculation, hypothesis, guesswork

Entry 2

guess, speculation, assumption, hypothesis, surmise

fact, certainty, evidence, proof

Entry 1

fact, certainty, evidence

Entry 2

fact, certainty, proof

wild conjecture, mere conjecture, conjecture about, conjecture that

A mark or impression made by pressure; to establish or fix firmly in someone's mind.

Needlework made by interlocking loops of thread with a hooked needle; the act of making such items.

The solid part of the earth's surface; to come down to the ground.

a piece of clothing that hangs from the waist; to go around the edge of something

a strong, hard metal used in construction; also to press clothes with heat

The income return on an investment, such as the interest or dividends received.