suppositional

adjective

Definition of suppositionalnext
as in hypothetical
existing only as an assumption or speculation concepts regarding the origin and structure of the universe must perforce be suppositional

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suppositional
  1. hypothetical
  2. speculative
  3. theoretical
Adjective
  • Concerns around a hypothetical future patchwork shouldn’t prevent action today.
    — Caleb Knapp, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026
  • For a standard Republican candidate, a hypothetical best-case scenario is a respectable loss in November.
    — Dain Fitzgerald, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of hypothetical
Adjective
  • This technique, known as speculative execution, helps computers run more efficiently.
    — Chetan Jaiswal, The Conversation, 30 July 2026
  • Defensive standout Micah Parsons (+1600) seeks to refocus post-injury, while Aaron Donald (+850) is a speculative entry, with rumors of a potential return from retirement.
    — Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of speculative
Adjective
  • For Hinton, that danger is no longer theoretical enough to dismiss.
    — Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Depending on the rear sprocket fitted, the bike's potential top speed can be geared anywhere from 160 mph (257 km/h) to a theoretical 270+ mph (434 km/h).
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of theoretical
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“Suppositional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suppositional. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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