conjecture Definition
- 1an opinion or idea formed without proof or sufficient evidence
- 2the forming of such opinions or ideas
Using conjecture: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "conjecture" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The article was based on pure conjecture rather than any actual evidence.
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Her conjecture about the outcome of the election turned out to be correct.
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The police are still investigating and have not made any conjectures about what happened yet.
conjecture Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for conjecture
Phrases with conjecture
a topic or issue that is uncertain or open to debate
Example
The cause of the fire remains a matter of conjecture.
to form an opinion or idea about something without proof or sufficient evidence
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Many people are conjecturing about the reasons for his sudden resignation.
an opinion or idea that is not based on any evidence or facts
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The accusation was based on mere conjecture and was quickly dismissed by the court.
Origins of conjecture
from Latin 'conjectura', meaning 'interpretation'
Summary: conjecture in Brief
The term 'conjecture' [kənˈdʒek.tʃər] refers to an opinion or idea formed without proof or sufficient evidence, or the forming of such opinions or ideas. It is often used in phrases like 'matter of conjecture,' denoting a topic or issue that is uncertain or open to debate, and 'conjecture about,' meaning to form an opinion or idea about something without proof or sufficient evidence.
