/
ˈspɛkjʊleɪt/
v.
- form a theory or conjecture without firm evidence.
- invest in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.
Derivative
- speculation n.
- speculator n.
Etymology
C16 (earlier (ME) as speculation): from L. speculat-, speculari ‘observe’, from specula ‘watchtower’, from specere ‘to look’.