Guesswork

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Synonyms of guesswork

Antonyms of guesswork

Collocations of guesswork

educated guess
Frequency: 70 %

After analyzing the data, she made an educated guess about the outcome.

wild guess
Frequency: 60 %

I took a wild guess at the answer since I didn't have all the information.

pure guesswork
Frequency: 45 %

His answer was based on pure guesswork and had no factual basis.

blind guess
Frequency: 30 %

Without any clues, it was just a blind guess on my part.

Idiomatic Expressions for guesswork

  • Phrase: Play it by ear
    Meaning: To handle a situation as it develops without a definite plan or direction
    Usage: We're not sure how many people will show up, so let's just play it by ear.