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conjecture n

Conjecture means a guess based on incomplete evidence. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of conjecture

  • a guess based on incomplete evidence

Usage examples of conjecture

Without the missing records, any explanation of the fire remains conjecture.

Her conjecture that the package was stolen was based only on the open gate and empty porch.

Scientists sometimes begin with conjecture, then test the guess with evidence.

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