Definition
臆断 means to make a subjective or arbitrary assumption without solid evidence. It often carries a critical tone, implying the conclusion is based on personal bias rather than facts. You'll see it in formal writing or discussions about reasoning, especially with 主观 (subjective) or in negative constructions like 不能臆断.
v.
to assume (without evidence)to make a subjective judgment
Examples
- 臆断。Wǒmen bù néng píng gǎnjué yì duàn.We cannot assume based on feelings.
- 臆断。Tā de jiélùn wánquán shì zhǔguān yì duàn.His conclusion is entirely a subjective assumption.
- ，臆断。Zài méiyǒu zhèngjù de qíngkuàng xià, bú yào qīngyì yì duàn.Without evidence, don't easily make assumptions.
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