HYPOTHESIZE Synonyms: 70 Similar and Opposite Words

hypothesize

verb

hī-ˈpä-thə-ˌsīz

Definition of hypothesize

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to take as true or as a fact without actual proof if we hypothesize that current population trends continue for the next 50 years

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Recent Examples of hypothesize DePodesta hypothesized that playing catcher at altitude can potentially influence a hitter on offense, lending credence to the idea that his game might be more complete elsewhere. — Sam Blum, New York Times, 22 July 2026 While pinning down the exact reason why these states buck the trend is difficult, Hoell hypothesized the region’s unique summer monsoon rains could alleviate the risk. — Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026 Like with kiwis, some experts hypothesize that something beyond just fiber helps prunes act on constipation. — Sarah Klein, Time, 10 July 2026 This skewing has been hypothesized as a contributor to the variability in symptoms of Marfan in families with the same mutation. — Roxanne Khamsi, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hypothesize

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Editor Chris McCaleb said that openness shaped how the entire series was built in post.

— Deadline, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026
Walker says his company’s jet card program is an important tool in driving charter hours for aircraft owners.

— Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

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Throughout this process, every arrestee is presumed innocent — and because of that, First Appearance is not about punishment, despite some misconceptions.

— Corey B. Friedman, Sun Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2026
Until that happens, the case remains unresolved and Tunick remains presumed innocent.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of presume

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But Rodriguez dropped out days later after discovering her campaign had less money in the bank than previously believed.

— Caroline Linton, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
Unlike many private cask programs that offer relatively young whisky with the promise of future maturity, Casks of Distinction focuses exclusively on casks that Diageo’s master whisky makers believe have reached their optimal moment for release.

— Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of believe

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Despite Schaffer’s praise of his acting chops, Lewis doesn’t think the ex-POTUS will be rushing to add more credits to his IMDb page.

— Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 8 Aug. 2026
It’s made of premium—think fine-gauge fibers that don’t itch—merino wool, a naturally thermoregulating material.

— Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2026

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