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Antonyms for Prognosis

Noun

1. Guess

Definition: A conjecture or estimation made without complete information or evidence.

Sample Sentence: Her guess about the final score of the game was completely off.

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2. Supposition

Definition: An assumption or speculation based on limited evidence.

Sample Sentence: The prosecutor had no solid evidence, only suppositions about the defendant's involvement in the crime.

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3. Conjecture

Definition: An opinion or conclusion reached on the basis of incomplete information.

Sample Sentence: The scientists made a conjecture about the cause of the unusual phenomenon, but further research was needed to confirm it.

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Verb

1. Guess

Definition: To estimate or conjecture without complete knowledge or evidence.

Sample Sentence: He tried to guess the correct answer to the riddle but couldn't figure it out.

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2. Speculate

Definition: To form a theory or conjecture without firm evidence.

Sample Sentence: Investors often speculate on the stock market, hoping to make a profit.

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3. Assume

Definition: To take something to be true without verification or proof.

Sample Sentence: She assumed that her friend would show up at the party even though she didn't receive a confirmation.

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Adjective

1. Uncertain

Definition: Not able to be relied on; not known or definite.

Sample Sentence: The outcome of the experiment was uncertain due to the various variables involved.

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2. Inconclusive

Definition: Not leading to a firm conclusion or decision.

Sample Sentence: The test results were inconclusive, requiring further investigation.

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3. Doubtful

Definition: Unsure or feeling uncertain about something.

Sample Sentence: He was doubtful about the success of the project given the limited resources.

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