reckon (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛkən/

Definition

To think or believe that something is true or very likely.

Examples

• I reckon he'll be here soon.

• Do you reckon we should call them?

• She reckons that the project will be finished on time.

How to Use reckon

reckon that (collocation)

To believe or think that something is true. — "I reckon that it will be a difficult task."

reckon with (prepositional phrase)

To deal with or consider someone or something as a factor that must be accepted or dealt with. — "You have to reckon with the possibility of failure."

reckon on (prepositional phrase)

To expect or depend on something happening. — "We are reckoning on your support for this project."

Synonyms of reckon

Words with a similar meaning to reckon:

• think
• believe
• suppose
• estimate
• opine

Antonyms of reckon

Words with the opposite meaning to reckon:

• know
• doubt

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