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hypothesize vs conjecture

conjecture vs hypothesize

hypothesize is not a noun while conjecture is a noun.

hypothesize and conjecture both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
hypothesize No No Yes No
conjecture Yes No Yes No
As verbs, hypothesize and conjecture are synonyms defined as:
  • hypothesize and conjecture: to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds
Other synonyms of hypothesize include hypothecate, hypothesise, speculate, suppose, theorise, theorize.
hypothesize (noun) conjecture (noun)
a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence)
reasoning that involves the formation of conclusions from incomplete evidence
a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence
hypothesize (verb) conjecture (verb)
to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds
Difference between hypothesize and conjecture

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