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speculations
[/ˌspɛkjəˈleɪʃənz/]
noun
especulações
1.
The formation of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence; contemplation or reflection
His speculations about the future proved to be inaccurate.
Suas especulações sobre o futuro se mostraram imprecisas.
2.
Investment or trading activities involving high risk in hopes of making quick profits
The market speculations led to significant financial losses.
As especulações no mercado levaram a perdas financeiras significativas.
3.
Instances of theorizing or guessing about something unknown or uncertain
There are many speculations about the cause of the incident.
Há muitas especulações sobre a causa do incidente.
Synonyms
conjectures
theories
guesses
hypotheses
assumptions
Antonyms
certainties
facts
proofs
evidence
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
especulações
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
especulações
Standard usage
São Paulo
especulações
Standard usage, common in business/financial contexts
Portugal
especulações
Standard usage with same meaning
Related Idioms & Phrases
wild speculation
pure speculation
mere speculation
engaging in speculation
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