speculation synonyms

speculation

n.

  1. Thought

    meditation, consideration, thinking; see thought 1.

  2. Speculative business

    trading in futures, speculative enterprise, financial risk, a flier in stocks*, risky deal*; see also gambling.

    Antonyms risk*, safe investment, legitimate business.

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