hypothesize
verb
hy·poth·e·size
hī-ˈpä-thə-ˌsīz 
hypothesized; hypothesizing
: to make a hypothesis
: to adopt as a hypothesis
Examples of hypothesize in a Sentence
Psychologists hypothesized that his odd behavior was caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain.
if we hypothesize that current population trends continue for the next 50 years
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The researchers hypothesized that soft music has a relaxing effect, relieving the tension that makes carsickness worse, and joyful music might serve as distraction, activating the brain's reward systems.
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New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2025
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New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2025
However, some jewelry experts are hypothesizing that the ring carried a hefty $5 million price tag.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
The researchers hypothesize this result could reflect differing socialization patterns and evolutionary pressures particular to humans.
—Clarissa Brincat, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2025
Some researchers hypothesize that the medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) found in coconut oil may help with weight loss.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 27 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for hypothesize
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hypothesize
verb
hy·poth·e·size
hī-ˈpäth-ə-ˌsīz
hypothesized; hypothesizing
1
: to make a hypothesis
2
: to adopt as a hypothesis
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