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Definitions

speculation

[spek-yuh-ley-shuhn] / ˌspɛk yəˈleɪ ʃən /
NOUN
theory, guess
Synonyms
STRONGEST
belief conjecture opinion thought
STRONG
cerebration cogitation consideration contemplation deliberation excogitation guesstimate guesswork hunch hypothesis meditation reflection review shot stab studying supposition surmise thinking weighing
WEAK
brainwork shot in the dark sneaking suspicion stab in the dark
Antonyms
STRONGEST
reality truth
STRONG
disdain disregard ignorance knowledge measurement neglect proof
WEAK
abstention fact information
NOUN
risk, gamble
Synonyms
STRONGEST
plunge
STRONG
backing flier flutter gambling hazard hunch piece shot spec stab venture wager
WEAK
right money risky business risky venture shot in the dark smart money speculative enterprise
Antonyms
STRONG
proof reality
WEAK
abstention fact information truth

Example Sentences

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The good feelings have set off a boomlet of speculation that Rubio might mount another bid for president in 2028.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

There has been frequent private speculation about the state of Biya's health, but openly discussing it is taboo and he has always defied rumours of his death by appearing in public after long absences.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

After about a month of speculation, the pair said they “wanted to provide some clarity” on their relationship.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

She was first subjected to an ego-bruising round of media speculation that this was coming, rumors egged on by anonymous White House sources.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Lost in speculation about means for raising the money, Ignatius did not notice that for quite some time his cart had been traveling in a straight and unswerving line.

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.