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Synonyms & Similar Words
supposing
assuming
presuming
speculating
conjecturing
surmising
inferring
deducing
hypothesizing
theorizing
predicting
forecasting
prophesying
estimating
appraising
valuing
judging
opining
believing
thinking
considering
pondering
musing
ruminating
reflecting
deliberating
weighing
assessing
evaluating
Meaning of Guessing
The primary meaning of the word "Guessing" is the act of forming an opinion or making a judgment without firm evidence or certain knowledge.
Definitions
- The act of forming an opinion or making a judgment without firm evidence or certain knowledge
- To form an opinion or make a judgment about something without having enough information to be certain
- To estimate or predict something, such as a number, quantity, or outcome, without having exact knowledge
Etymology of Guessing
The word "Guessing" originates from the Old English and Old Norse words "giss" and "gissa", respectively, both meaning "to guess" or "to estimate"
The word has been in use since the 14th century, initially with the meaning of "to think" or "to suppose", and has evolved over time to encompass its current meanings
Example Uses
- I was guessing the answer to the question, but I wasn't sure if I was correct
- She was guessing how much the dress would cost, based on the prices of similar items
- They were guessing the outcome of the game, but the result was unexpected