Definition of GUESSWORK

guesswork

Meanings

Plural: guessworks

Noun

  • an estimate based on little or no information
  • An estimate, judgment or opinion made by guessing, from limited information.

Origin / Etymology

From guess + work. Compare Dutch giswerk (“guesswork”).

Synonyms

dead reckoning, guess, guessing, shot

Scrabble Score: 17

guesswork is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
guesswork is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
guesswork is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 19

guesswork is a valid Words With Friends word