Definitions
- Describing a conclusion made based on limited evidence or incomplete information. - Referring to an assumption or inference drawn from observations or clues. - Talking about a guess or estimation made without certainty.
- Referring to a theory or idea formed without proof or evidence. - Describing a hypothesis or speculation made without certainty. - Talking about a guess or estimation based on incomplete information or assumptions.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve making assumptions or guesses based on incomplete information.
- 2Both are used to describe situations where there is uncertainty or lack of evidence.
- 3Both are used to express ideas that are not proven or confirmed.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Surmised is more commonly used in everyday language, while conjecture is more formal and academic.
- 2Degree of certainty: Surmised implies a higher degree of certainty than conjecture, which suggests a greater level of uncertainty.
- 3Evidence: Surmised is based on limited evidence or incomplete information, while conjecture is often based on no evidence at all.
- 4Connotation: Surmised has a neutral or slightly positive connotation, while conjecture can have a negative connotation of being baseless or unfounded.
Remember this!
Surmised and conjecture are synonyms that both describe making assumptions or guesses based on incomplete information. However, surmised implies a higher degree of certainty and is more commonly used in everyday language, while conjecture is more formal and academic, often suggesting a greater level of uncertainty and lack of evidence.
