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hypothetically

/ˌhaɪ.pəˈθɛt.ɪ.kəl.i/
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• adverb

1

In a way that is based on an imagined situation, supposition, or theory rather than established fact.

Example

"Speaking hypothetically, how would our supply chain adapt if our primary overseas vendor suddenly ceased operations?"

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from 'hypothetical' + '-ly', ultimately tracing back to the Ancient Greek 'hypothetikos' (from 'hypothesis', meaning a foundation or supposition, composed of 'hypo-', under, and 'tithenai', to place).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hypothetically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hypothetically
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