hypothesize
//haɪˈpɒθəsaɪz//
Verb
hypothesizeInfinitive
hypothesizePresent tense
hypothesizedPast tense
hypothesizedPast participle
hypothesizingPresent participle
hypothesizesThird-person singular
1
To propose or suggest an explanation or theory based on limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.
Scientists hypothesize that the disease is caused by a virus.
2
To form a conjecture or assumption about something without full proof.
Scientists hypothesize that the disease may be caused by environmental factors.