guesstimation

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Blend of guess +‎ estimation

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guesstimation (countable and uncountable, plural guesstimations)

  1. (derogatory) An estimation made without good justification and often biased.
  2. Estimation based on guesses, usually for expedience or because no better method is available.
    • 2018, James Lambert, “Setting the Record Straight: An In-depth Examination of Hobson-Jobson”, in International Journal of Lexicography, volume 31, number 4, →DOI, page 487:
      The following analysis will allow future critical commentary, both academic and popular, to move away from speculation, guestimation, hedging, generalisation, and erroneous statements.

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