Guesstimate
verb
To make an approximate judgment or calculation based on incomplete information.
I can only guesstimate how many people will attend the event.
Usage tips
Informal
guesstimate the cost,guesstimate the time,guesstimate the number
verb
To make an approximate judgment or calculation based on incomplete information.
I can only guesstimate how many people will attend the event.
Usage tips
Informal
guesstimate the cost,guesstimate the time,guesstimate the number
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'guesstimate' when precision is not required.
It is suitable for informal communication.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Avoid using 'guesstimate' in formal reports.
Use 'estimate' in business documents.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
A 'guesstimate' implies uncertainty.
It suggests that the speaker is not confident in the exact number.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'guesstimate' when precision is not required.
It is suitable for informal communication.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Avoid using 'guesstimate' in formal reports.
Use 'estimate' in business documents.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
A 'guesstimate' implies uncertainty.
It suggests that the speaker is not confident in the exact number.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'guesstimate' when precision is not required.
It is suitable for informal communication.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Avoid using 'guesstimate' in formal reports.
Use 'estimate' in business documents.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
A 'guesstimate' implies uncertainty.
It suggests that the speaker is not confident in the exact number.
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