Definition: (verb) To believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds.
Synonyms: conjecture, speculate, theorize, suppose.
Usage: Dr. Jones was quick to hypothecate that the unexpected chemical reaction was the result of student tampering, even though no one had been seen messing around with his equipment.
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