speculation
Americannoun
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the contemplation or consideration of some subject.
to engage in speculation on humanity's ultimate destiny.
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a single instance or process of consideration.
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a conclusion or opinion reached by such contemplation.
These speculations are impossible to verify.
- Synonyms:
- hypothesis, theory, view, supposition
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conjectural consideration of a matter; conjecture or surmise.
a report based on speculation rather than facts.
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engagement in business transactions involving considerable risk but offering the chance of large gains, especially trading in commodities, stocks, etc., in the hope of profit from changes in the market price.
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a speculative commercial venture or undertaking.
noun
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the act or an instance of speculating
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a supposition, theory, or opinion arrived at through speculating
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investment involving high risk but also the possibility of high profits
Other Word Forms
- antispeculation noun
- nonspeculation noun
- overspeculation noun
- prespeculation noun
- semispeculation noun
Etymology
Origin of speculation
1325–75; Middle English speculacioun < Late Latin speculātiōn- (stem of speculātiō ) exploration, observation. See speculate, -ion
Example Sentences
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“Any reporting about potential action is pure speculation,” a White House official said of the builders’ housing proposals.
The issue of corporate succession has been a fraught one at Disney — and the subject of intense speculation across Hollywood in recent years.
From Los Angeles Times
But trade experts warn that there's much that's still in the realm of speculation, and Delhi should not rush to celebrate just yet.
From BBC
Last week, there was speculation of Sherman’s future after a social media post indicated he was out as coach.
From Los Angeles Times
Before he agreed the new deal, however, there was speculation he might leave Al-Nassr with a loan move to rivals Al-Hilal among those touted.
From BBC
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