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Conjectures

Verb / kʌˈndʒektʃɜ:z / / kʌˈndʒekʃɜ:z / Another word for conjectures — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Conjectures are opinions or ideas that are based on incomplete information or guesswork.

Synonyms & similar words

conjecture speculate surmisal speculation hypothesize hypothesis surmise theorise hypothesise theorize guess hypothecate suppose supposition guesses speculations theories hypotheses assumptions suppositions inferences surmises estimates judgments conclusions interpretations notions ideas beliefs views opinions thoughts impressions intuitions

Example sentences

  1. The teacher made some conjectures about why the student did not turn in his homework.
  2. The scientist made a few conjectures about the results of the experiment before conducting it.
  3. The historian had many conjectures about what happened during the time period she was studying.

Quotes

  • 'Conjecture is the common fruit of ignorance.' - William Hazlitt
  • 'Conjectures are of great use, if we know how to make use of them.' - Blaise Pascal
  • 'Conjecture is the complement of evidence.' - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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