theoretical
Translation
theoretical
Examples
His question was purely theoretical.
His question was purely theoretical.
She has a theoretical knowledge of the subject.
She has a theoretical knowledge of the subject.
Grammar Patterns
theoretical + ((noun)) concerned with ideas rather than practice It was a theoretical question.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hypothetical, speculative, abstract; Antonyms: practical, empirical, applied
Etymology
From 'theory' + the adjective-forming suffix '-ical'. 'Theory' comes from the Greek 'theoria' (contemplation, speculation).
Memory Tips
This is the adjective form of 'theory'. If something is based on ideas rather than practice, it's theoretical.