speculated
US /ˈspɛk.jə.leɪ.tɪd/
UK /ˈspɛk.jə.leɪ.tɪd/
動詞
1.
推測, 猜測
formed a theory or conjecture about a subject without firm evidence
範例:
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Scientists have speculated about the existence of parallel universes for decades.
幾十年來，科學家們一直在推測平行宇宙的存在。
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Many people speculated that the company would go bankrupt.
許多人猜測該公司將破產。
2.
投機, 冒險投資
invested in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of making a profit but with the risk of loss
範例:
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He speculated heavily in the stock market and lost a fortune.
他在股市上大肆投機，損失了一大筆錢。
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They speculated on property, hoping to make a quick profit.
他們投機房地產，希望能迅速獲利。