word
Theoretical
Thee-ur-EH-tih-kuhl
/ˌθiːɜːrˈɛtɪkʌl/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
theoretical
Dictionary meaning
Concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations.
Examples
- Theoretical science.
- Theoretical physics.
Synonyms: theoretic
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Ephemeral
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