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Hypothesize (verb) means to suggest an idea as a possible explanation, without being sure it is true.

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To suggest an idea as a possible explanation, without being sure it is true.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Synonyms

theorise hypothesise conjecture suppose speculate theorize hypothecate

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Rhymes for hypothesize

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What is the meaning of hypothesize?

"hypothesize" (verb) means to suggest an idea as a possible explanation, without being sure it is true.

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Other words for "hypothesize" include theorise, hypothesise, conjecture, suppose, speculate, theorize.

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