Synonyms of shot in the dark
5 similar words
Another word for shot in the dark is SWAG. Other synonyms of shot in the dark are stab in the dark, uneducated guess, wild guess and leap in the dark.
Synonyms and similar words for shot in the dark
nounA guess or attempt made with little or no information, evidence, or expectation of success.
- stab in the darkSynonym of shot in the dark.
- uneducated guessAn arbitrary estimate or judgment made without sufficient knowledge, information, or expertise on the subject matter.
- wild guessA guess that is not based on any evidence, knowledge, or experience.
- SWAG
- leap in the darkAn act or attempt without any idea about what the result will be and that commits the chooser to consequences that...
Meaning of shot in the dark
- noun A guess or attempt made with little or no information, evidence, or expectation of success.
Questions about synonyms of shot in the dark
- What is another word for shot in the dark?
- Shot in the dark has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as SWAG, stab in the dark, uneducated guess, wild guess and leap in the dark.
- What does shot in the dark mean?
- Shot in the dark means a guess or attempt made with little or no information, evidence, or expectation of success.
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