How Do You Spell CONJECTURE?

Pronunciation: [kənd͡ʒˈɛkt͡ʃə] (IPA)

Conjecture is a word that means to form an opinion without definite proof or evidence. Its spelling might seem difficult due to its unusual combination of letters. However, its IPA phonetic transcription /kənˈdʒek.tʃər/ can help understand its pronunciation. The primary stress is on the second syllable, and the ending is pronounced like "cher." Remembering its spelling might be easier by breaking it down into its syllables and using mnemonic devices such as "con" as "together" and "jecture" as "guessing."

CONJECTURE Meaning and Definition

1. Conjecture, noun: A conjecture is a belief or opinion formed without having sufficient evidence to support it. It is an assumption or speculation based on incomplete information or guesswork. Conjectures are often made when there is a lack of definitive proof or when the available evidence is ambiguous, leading individuals to form conclusions based on intuition or reasoning.

   In the realm of mathematics and logic, a conjecture refers to a proposition that is considered likely to be true but has not yet been proven or disproven. It is a statement that is thought to be true based on extensive observation, experimentation, or pattern recognition. However, until proven rigorously through logical deduction or empirical evidence, it remains a conjecture.

   Conjectures also play a role in scientific research, serving as initial hypotheses that guide investigations. Scientists formulate conjectures based on preliminary data or observations, which are then rigorously tested through controlled experiments or further evidence gathering. The validation or refutation of a scientific conjecture determines its status as a theory or remains an unproven idea.

   In everyday language, the term "conjecture" is used to describe a guess or speculation about something uncertain or unknown. It embodies an element of uncertainty, indicating that the statement or assumption being made may not be supported by concrete evidence. Consequently, conjectures are subject to revision or revision as new information becomes available.

2. • A guess; a supposition; an opinion formed on very slight evidence.

   • To form an opinion by guess or on very slight evidence; to surmise.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for CONJECTURE

• conjecters
• contacture
• conjectors
• xonjecture
• vonjecture
• fonjecture
• donjecture
• cinjecture
• cknjecture
• clnjecture
• cpnjecture
• c0njecture
• conjecure
• conjectre
• conjectur
• conjectuer
• confexture
• Conjecturible
• constucture
• conjukture
• Conjecttur

Etymology of CONJECTURE

The word "conjecture" originated from the Latin word "conjectura", which means "to throw together", "to guess", or "to infer". "Conjectura" is derived from the Latin verb "conicere", which is a compound of "con" (meaning "together") and "iacere" (meaning "to throw"). The idea behind the word is that when one "throws together" various pieces of information or evidence, they can make an educated guess or inference about something. Over time, this notion of making an inference or guess developed into the modern English term "conjecture", which generally refers to a conclusion or opinion based on incomplete information or evidence.

Idioms with the word CONJECTURE

• conjecture on sth The idiom "conjecture on sth" means to speculate, guess, or hypothesize about something without having definite evidence or proof. It involves forming an opinion or making an assumption based on limited information or incomplete understanding of a situation.
• conjecture on (something) The idiom "conjecture on (something)" means to make an educated guess or form an opinion about something without having complete information or evidence. It refers to speculating or theorizing about a particular subject based on limited knowledge or reasoning.

Similar spelling words for CONJECTURE

• consecutive,
• conjucture,
• conjugator,
• conjectural,
• mis-conjecture,
• consecutively,
• Conjector.

Plural form of CONJECTURE is CONJECTURES

Conjugate verb Conjecture

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have conjectured

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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FUTURE PERFECT

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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

you conjecture

we let´s conjecture

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to conjecture

PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

conjectured

PAST PERFECT

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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

conjecturing

PRESENT PERFECT

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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it conjecture

SIMPLE PAST

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