Theoretically: meaning, definitions and examples

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theoretically

 

[ θɪəˈrɛtɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in theory

Theoretically means something that is based on theory rather than practical application. It is often used to discuss ideas, concepts, or possibilities that are not yet proven or demonstrated in real-world scenarios.

Synonyms

conceptually, hypothetically, supposedly.

Examples of usage

  • Theoretically, we could solve this problem with enough resources.
  • Theoretically speaking, the experiment should yield positive results.
  • Theoretically, the new law could reduce pollution significantly.

Translations

Translations of the word "theoretically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 teoricamente

🇮🇳 सैद्धांतिक रूप से

🇩🇪 theoretisch

🇮🇩 secara teoretis

🇺🇦 теоретично

🇵🇱 teoretycznie

🇯🇵 理論的に

🇫🇷 théoriquement

🇪🇸 teóricamente

🇹🇷 teorik olarak

🇰🇷 이론적으로

🇸🇦 نظريًا

🇨🇿 teoreticky

🇸🇰 teoreticky

🇨🇳 理论上

🇸🇮 teoretično

🇮🇸 fræðilega

🇰🇿 теориялық тұрғыда

🇬🇪 თეორიულად

🇦🇿 teorik olaraq

🇲🇽 teóricamente

Etymology

The word 'theoretically' originates from the word 'theory', which comes from the Greek 'theoria', meaning 'contemplation, speculation.' The suffix '-ally' is used to form adverbs, indicating the manner of the action. In English, 'theory' began to be used in the 14th century to describe a set of principles or ideas that aim to explain something. Over time, as the scientific method was formalized, the meaning of 'theoretically' began to include not just abstract concepts but also the implications of theories applied to various fields like science, mathematics, and philosophy. The use of 'theoretically' became more prominent in academic and scientific discussions, reflecting the growing importance of theoretical frameworks in understanding the universe.

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