What does GUESS mean?

Guess

Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Definition: To form an opinion or estimate about something without sufficient knowledge or information. A conjecture or estimation.

Pronunciation (US): /ɡɛs/

Pronunciation (UK): /ɡɛs/

Origin and Usage: The word "guess" originated from the Old English word "gǣsian," meaning "to guess, divine." It has been in use since the 14th century. The word is commonly used in informal contexts to indicate an estimation or conjecture about something that is not known for certain.

Synonyms: Estimate, conjecture, speculate, surmise, suppose, presume, assume, think, infer, deduce.

Related Words: Bluff, hunch, surly, witty, witty.

Example Sentences:

• She guessed that he was around 30 years old.
• He guessed that it would take about an hour to get there.
• Can you guess how many people will show up to the party?
• Her guess was that the stock market would go up.
• He made an educated guess about the answer to the question.