speculate (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈspɛkjʊleɪt/
Definition
To form a theory or conjecture about a subject without firm evidence; to engage in business transactions involving risk with the hope of profiting from future fluctuations.
Examples
It's easy to speculate about what might have happened, but we need facts.
He speculated that the market would recover by next quarter.
Many people speculate on the stock market, hoping to make a quick profit.
How to Use speculate
- speculate about (prepositional phrase)
- To make guesses or form theories about something. — "Journalists speculate about the president's next move."
- speculate on (prepositional phrase)
- To make guesses or form theories about a future event or trend, often in business or finance. — "Investors speculate on the company's future earnings."
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