guesstimation
nounEtymology Blend of guess + estimation.
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.
- The following analysis will allow future critical commentary, both academic and popular, to move away from speculation, guestimation, hedging, generalisation, and erroneous statements.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:
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