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Conjectural: meaning, definitions and examples

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conjectural

 

[ kənˈdʒɛktʃərəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in academic discussions

Based on guesswork or incomplete information; not certain or confirmed.

Synonyms

hypothetical, presumptive, speculative, tentative.

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Word Description / Examples
conjectural

Used when something is based on conjecture or guesswork rather than solid proof or evidence.

  • The detective's theory about the suspect is still conjectural.
  • Her opinion on the matter is purely conjectural.
speculative

Used when something is based on speculation or risky assumptions, often involving uncertain outcomes or investments.

  • Investing in that stock is highly speculative.
  • The book presents a speculative view of the future.
hypothetical

Used when considering a situation, idea, or statement that is based on possible but not yet real events or conditions.

  • Let's consider a hypothetical scenario where we win the lottery.
  • The scientist proposed a hypothetical explanation for the phenomenon.
presumptive

Used when something is presumed or assumed based on likelihood, often in legal or formal contexts.

  • He is the presumptive nominee for the position.
  • The diagnosis was presumptive until further tests were conducted.
tentative

Used when something is not yet definite or fully worked out, often indicating hesitancy or caution.

  • They made a tentative agreement to meet next week.
  • Her smile was tentative, unsure of the response she would get.

Examples of usage

  • He made a conjectural estimate of the cost of the project.
  • Their theory is purely conjectural and lacks evidence to support it.
  • The author presented a series of conjectural scenarios for the future.
  • Conjectural statements should be supported by evidence.
  • It is important to differentiate between factual information and conjectural assumptions.

Translations

Translations of the word "conjectural" in other languages:

🇵🇹 conjectural

🇮🇳 अनुमानित

🇩🇪 mutmaßlich

🇮🇩 dugaan

🇺🇦 припущений

🇵🇱 domniemany

🇯🇵 推測的

🇫🇷 conjectural

🇪🇸 conjetural

🇹🇷 varsayımsal

🇰🇷 추측의

🇸🇦 افتراضي

🇨🇿 domnělý

🇸🇰 domnelý

🇨🇳 推测的

🇸🇮 domneven

🇮🇸 ágiskunarkenndur

🇰🇿 болжаулы

🇬🇪 ვარაუდობადი

🇦🇿 təxmini

🇲🇽 conjetural

Etymology

The word 'conjectural' originates from the Latin word 'conjecturalis', which means 'inference' or 'supposition'. It entered the English language in the 17th century. The use of 'conjectural' has been prevalent in academic and intellectual discussions, reflecting the human tendency to speculate and infer based on limited information.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,926, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.