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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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There's been some relief in the rupee's slide after the central bank intervened to curb speculation, but that is likely to be temporary.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

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

After hours of speculation, Trump posted the news shortly after midnight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 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

“Your husband was trying to help,” the tall one said, but of course it was all speculation.

From "Nine, Ten: A September 11 Story" by Nora Raleigh Baskin

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