Hypothetical
Based on a hypothesis or assumed for the sake of argument or exploration; not real or proven.
adjectiveHypothetical
Based on a hypothesis or assumed for the sake of argument or exploration; not real or proven.
adjectiveImagine This
Imagine a scientist presenting a 'what if' plan: if a new drug reduces symptoms by 50%, what would happen to patient outcomes? This is a hypothetical scenario used to discuss possibilities, not a proven result.
Sounds Like
hy-puh-THET-ih-kÉl
Looks Like
The word resembles 'theoretical' or 'speculative'
Remember This
Hypothetical is the adjective form of hypothesis; it describes assumptions or scenarios used for discussion or testing.
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theoretical, speculative, supposed, assumed, scenario, conjecture, hypothesis
Note
Do not use to describe something that has actually happened; reserve for imagined scenarios or proposed explanations. Not the same as 'theoretical' in contexts referring to established ideas.