hypothetical
Pronunciación: [haɪpəˈθɛtɪkəl]
Palabra
Contexto: «theory»
(adjective) when we talk about something that is imagined or created as an example, not something real. It's like saying 'What if?' and thinking about that situation.
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In class, we discussed a hypothetical situation where everyone could fly.
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This isn't a hypothetical problem; it's very real and needs to be solved.
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Can you give me a hypothetical example of how that might work?
Contexto: «theory»
(noun) an idea or situation that is imagined for the purpose of discussion or analysis. It helps us explore ideas that aren't necessarily true.
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The scientist proposed a hypothetical to explore the effects of gravity on space travel.
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He dismissed the hypothetical as unrealistic and not worth considering.
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What hypothetical are we using to understand this topic?
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