"speculation" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

is a type of: opinion, view - a message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof

subtypes: divination - successful conjecture by unusual insight or good luck

same as: conjecture, guess, hypothesis, supposition, surmisal, surmise
is a type of: hypothesis, possibility, theory - a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena

same as: conjecture
is a type of: investment, investment funds - money that is invested with an expectation of profit
subtypes:
- gamble - money that is risked for possible monetary gain
- smart money - money bet or invested by experienced gamblers or investors (especially if they have inside information)
- pyramid - (stock market) a series of transactions in which the speculator increases his holdings by using the rising market value of those holdings as margin for further purchases
same as: venture
is a type of: contemplation, musing, reflection, reflexion, rumination, thoughtfulness - a calm, lengthy, intent consideration

same as: meditation