guesswork
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for guesswork, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A conclusion or estimate reached by guessing rather than by solid evidence.
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How to use guesswork
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Etymology
From guess + work.
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What does “guesswork” mean?
The word “guesswork” means a conclusion or estimate reached by guessing rather than by solid evidence. In plain terms, reasoning based on guessing instead of facts.
How do you use “guesswork” in a sentence?
Here is “guesswork” used in a sentence: “Without proper data, the forecast was mostly guesswork.”
What part of speech is “guesswork”?
“Guesswork” is a noun.