Synonyms for Speculation
Definition of speculation
- noun
- a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence
- 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"
- an investment that is very risky but could yield great profits; "he knew the stock was a speculation when he bought it"
6 synonyms found
Writing tips for "speculation"
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"Speculation" in song lyrics
See how speculation is used in real songs:
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"The talk of my retirement was pure speculation"
7L & Esoteric f/ Jawn P, Raydar Ellis — Boston Garden Rap -
"to be preachin' all dat speculation"
Ambassador f/ Cruz Cordero, M.O.D. — Cypha International -
"Everything that you rap about is speculation"
Blueprint — Don't Make Me Laugh