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approximation vs guesstimate

guesstimate vs approximation

approximation and guesstimate both are nouns.

approximation is not a verb while guesstimate is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
approximation Yes No No No
guesstimate Yes No Yes No
As nouns, guesstimate is a hyponym of approximation; that is, guesstimate is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than approximation:
  • approximation: an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth
  • guesstimate: an estimate that combines reasoning with guessing
approximation (noun) guesstimate (noun)
the act of bringing near or bringing together especially the cut edges of tissue an estimate that combines reasoning with guessing
the quality of coming near to identity (especially close in quantity)
an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth
an imprecise or incomplete account
approximation (verb) guesstimate (verb)
estimate based on a calculation
Difference between approximation and guesstimate

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