1. a person who forms opinions or makes guesses based on incomplete evidence

Examples

• The detective was a skilled surmiser who could piece together clues others missed.
• As a natural surmiser, she often figured out plot twists before the movie’s end.
• The historian proved to be an accurate surmiser of ancient civilizations’ customs.
• He was known as a careful surmiser who rarely jumped to conclusions.
• The journalist’s reputation as a reliable surmiser helped her break many stories.
• Being a good surmiser requires both intuition and logical thinking.