theorize
Translation
to theorise
Examples
Scientists theorize about the origin of the universe.
Scientists theorise about the origin of the universe.
She theorized that the company would fail.
She theorised that the company would fail.
Grammar Patterns
((about sth.)) to form a theory about (sth.) Scientists theorise about the origin of the universe.
((that ...)) to suggest a theory that... She theorised that the company would fail.
Similar Words
Synonyms: speculate, hypothesize, conjecture
Etymology
From 'theory' + '-ize' (verb-forming suffix). To form a theory.
Memory Tips
To 'theorize' is to make a 'theory'. The '-ize' ending makes it a verb.