speculate

/spˈɛkjʊlˌe‍ɪt/

/ˈspɛkjəˌɫeɪt/

to speculate

MAIN VERB

to form a theory or opinion about a subject without knowing all the facts

synonyms : conjecture

to talk about something uncertainly

reflect deeply on a subject

synonyms : chew over

to make a risky investment while hoping to profit from it

synonyms : job

Examples

1. The media speculated about the celebrity couple's relationship status, wondering if they were an item or just good friends.

2. The tabloids love to speculate about celebrities who might be in bed with each other.

3. The author took a chance by writing a book on an unconventional topic, but she knew that if you do not speculate, you cannot accumulate.

4. An even bigger shark, some experts speculate.