Theoretical
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌθɪəˈɹɛtɪkəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Theoretical is an adjective meaning Of or relating to theory; abstract; not empirical.
Meaning
Of or relating to theory; abstract; not empirical.
Example Sentences
We may look upon this figure as representing in section a theoretical wing-form, or aerofoil
Which makes the concept known as Rods From God the ultimate form of kinetic weaponry. This theoretical weapon would drop telephone pole sized rods of dense tungsten from a satellite in orbit.
Synonyms for theoretical
Depending on context, synonyms include abstract, metaphysical, pure, academic, notional, technical.
Antonyms for theoretical
Common opposites include practical, empirical, applied.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include abstractive, theoretic, notional, metaphysical, hypothetic, hypothetical.
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