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theoretically

/ˌθiː.əˈrɛt.ɪ.kəl.i/
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Adjective:theoretical
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• adverb

1

In a way that relates to the theory of a subject rather than its practical application; according to theoretical assumptions rather than actual experience.

Example

"Theoretically, the new turbine design should generate twice as much power, though it has not yet been tested in the field."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'theoretical' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', tracing back to Late Latin 'theoreticus' and Ancient Greek 'theoretikos' (contemplative or speculative), from 'theoria' (contemplation or viewing).

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