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Word: Speculation
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˌspɛkjʊˈleɪʃn
Dialects: British English
Definition:
the forming of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence
Short Definition:forming of theory or conjecture without firm evidence
Examples:- there has been widespread speculation that he plans to quit
- this is pure speculation on my part
- these are only speculations
Definition:
investment in stocks, property, etc. in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss
Short Definition:investment in stocks, property, etc. in hope of gain but with risk of loss
Examples:- the company's move into property speculation
- he was a millionaire from speculations on the stock market
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