Hypothesize (Verb)
Meaning
To believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds; "Scientists supposed that large dinosaurs lived in swamps".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- They hypothesize that a combination of genetic factors and environmental influences contribute to the development of this disease.
- Scientists began to hypothesize about the massive extinction event that occurred 65 million years ago.
- During the study, researchers were able to hypothesize the likely habits and habitats of early human ancestors.
- It is possible to hypothesize that a range of natural phenomena can actually limit the spread of wildfires in certain ecosystems.
- From these data it is reasonable to hypothesize that the more recent variations of the virus may have undergone mutations that allow it to transmit more easily to humans.