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Speculates

Verb / ˈspekjʌˌleɪts / Another word for speculates — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'speculates' means to form an opinion or theory without firm evidence.

Synonyms & similar words

speculate ruminate theorise muse mull contemplate chewover thinkover conjecture theorize excogitate reflect hypothesise job hypothecate suppose meditate mullover hypothesize ponder guess conjecture surmise theorize suppose presume assume postulate hypothesize opine reckon dabble suspect imagine contemplate ruminate muse deliberate ponder reflect

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Example sentences

  1. She speculates about the weather by looking at the clouds.
  2. I can only speculate about what will happen in the future.
  3. He speculates that aliens exist on other planets.
  4. They speculate on the stock market to make money.
  5. The scientists speculate about the origin of the universe.

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  • The art of being wise is the art of knowing what to overlook. - William James
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs

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