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theoretical
[thee-uh-ret-i-kuhl]
adjective
of, relating to, or consisting in theory; not practical (applied ).
existing only in theory; hypothetical.
given to, forming, or dealing with theories; speculative.
theoretical
/ ˌθɪəˈrɛtɪkəl, ˌθɪəˈrɛtɪk /
adjective
of or based on theory
lacking practical application or actual existence; hypothetical
using or dealing in theory; impractical
Other Word Forms
- theoretically adverb
- antitheoretical adjective
- nontheoretic adjective
- nontheoretical adjective
- untheoretic adjective
- untheoretical adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of theoretical1
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Example Sentences
In the low-mass range, the average temperature reached about 2.01 trillion Kelvin, consistent with theoretical predictions and with temperatures observed when the plasma transitions into ordinary matter.
That estimate remains theoretical—many of the needed specialized components aren’t even available in the U.S. yet.
"This research provides essential validation for the range of theoretical models that describe how Alfvén wave turbulence powers the solar atmosphere," added Professor Morton.
They have made clear that Beijing’s control of rare earths isn’t a theoretical tool in trade conflicts, but a powerful weapon it will use whenever it feels like hurting the U.S.
Quantum batteries -- miniaturized theoretical devices that store energy using quantum phenomena such as superposition, entanglement, and coherence rather than traditional chemical reactions -- could redefine how power is stored and transferred.
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