An educated guess

Definition 1 of 1

Pro Tip 1/3

Knowledge-Based

Use 'an educated guess' when you draw conclusions from your knowledge or past experiences. Slide

I don't have the report, but based on sales trends, my educated guess is we've improved our market share.

Pro Tip 2/3

Not Certain

'An educated guess' indicates you're not 100% certain, but you believe your assumption is close to reality. Slide

Without seeing the essay, I can make an educated guess that it discusses historical causes.

Pro Tip 3/3

Formal Conversations

It's more appropriate in formal settings where stating assumptions with some basis is necessary. Slide

An educated guess suggests the merger will happen within the next fiscal year.