hypothesize
Translation
to hypothesize, to theorize
Examples
Scientists hypothesize that the planets were formed from dust.
Scientists hypothesize that the planets were formed from dust.
We can only hypothesize about the cause.
We can only hypothesize about the cause.
Grammar Patterns
to hypothesize ((that ...)). Scientists hypothesize that the planets were formed from dust.
to hypothesize ((about sth.)). We can only hypothesize about the cause.
Similar Words
Synonyms: theorize, speculate, suppose, postulate
Etymology
Derived from 'hypothesis'. The '-ize' suffix turns the noun into a verb, meaning 'to make' or 'to do'.
Memory Tips
This is the action of creating a 'hypothesis'. If you know the noun, you know the verb.