guestimate

/ˈɡɛstɪmeɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

An approximate or unverified estimate, especially one made by a non-expert.

“The project’s budget was just a guestimate, as the actual costs turned out to be much higher.”

2. verb

To make an estimate, especially a rough or unverified one.

“I guestimated the time it would take to complete the project and was pleasantly surprised by how quickly it was finished.”

Synonyms

  • approximate
  • estimate
  • guesstimate

Antonyms

  • accurate
  • precise