Synonyms for Conjecture & Similar Words
Definition of conjecture
- noun
- a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence); "speculations about the outcome of the election"; "he dismissed it as mere conjecture"
- a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence
- reasoning that involves the formation of conclusions from incomplete evidence
11 synonyms found
Writing tips for "conjecture"
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"Conjecture" in song lyrics
See how conjecture is used in real songs:
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"And no, it's not conjecture"
Jesse Abraham — Little Bit of Everything -
"so here's the conjecture"
Omni f/ Ali Baba, Tha Beloved, Malkovich, Pudgemcee, Universal — Acid -
"similar triangle conjecture"
AOL — AOL