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Meaning of second-guess

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

second-guess

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To vet or evaluate; to criticize or correct, often by hindsight, by presuming to have a better idea, method, etc.

    Example: Once she began listening to her instincts and didn't second-guess herself the entire time, her artwork improved noticeably.

  2. To anticipate or predict someone's actions or thoughts by guesswork.