Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
second-guess
verb
/ˈsɛkəndˌɡɛs/
Definition
To question or doubt the decisions or judgments made by someone, often after the fact.
Examples
- After seeing the outcome of the project, it’s easy to second-guess the initial plan.
- Many people second-guess the coach’s decisions during the game.
Meaning
To try to anticipate or criticize what someone else has done or decided, especially when you think you would have made a better choice.
Synonyms
- question
- doubt
- criticize
- question the judgment of
