Speculate ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Speculate ( verb )

1. Form a theory or conjecture about a subject without firm evidence.
2. Engage in financial transactions that involve considerable risk but also the possibility of large gains, typically by buying and selling shares, property, or other assets.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin speculat- "observed", from the verb speculari, from specula "watchtower".

Examples:

1. Many people speculate about the true meaning of the painting.
2. He speculated that the company's stock would go up.
3. I wouldn't want to speculate on the outcome of the election.
4. He speculated on the stock market and made a lot of money.
5. They speculated on the future of the company and decided to invest in it.

(As a noun)

Speculate ( noun )

1. Form a theory or conjecture about a subject without firm evidence.
2. Engage in financial transactions that involve considerable risk but also the possibility of large gains, typically by buying and selling shares, property, or other assets.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin speculat- "observed", from the verb speculari, from specula "watchtower".

Examples:

1. Many people speculate about the true meaning of the painting.
2. He speculated that the company's stock would go up.
3. I wouldn't want to speculate on the outcome of the election.
4. He speculated on the stock market and made a lot of money.
5. They speculated on the future of the company and decided to invest in it.