hypothetic

/hɒpəˈθɛtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

based on supposition or speculation, rather than fact

“The hypothetic scenario of a global pandemic has become a central theme in many disaster movies.”

2. noun

a hypothetical situation or statement

“The professor presented a hypothetic example to illustrate the concept of relativity.”

Synonyms

  • hypothetical
  • speculative

Antonyms

  • actual
  • factual