unempirical

adjective

Definition of unempiricalnext
as in theoretical

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  1. theoretical
  2. nonempirical
  3. hypothetical
  4. speculative
Adjective
  • For Hinton, that danger is no longer theoretical enough to dismiss.
    — Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Depending on the rear sprocket fitted, the bike's potential top speed can be geared anywhere from 160 mph (257 km/h) to a theoretical 270+ mph (434 km/h).
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of theoretical
Adjective
  • The enforcement of such nonempirical standards as taste and judgment implies a kind of cultural and aesthetic hierarchy that Silicon Valley’s ruling class embraces ruthlessly but will never admit to countenancing.
    — Kevin D. Williamson, National Review, 20 Oct. 2019
  • Each story represents a fresh challenge of how to say things in a nonempirical way.
    — Hilton Als, The New Yorker, 24 June 2018
Definition of nonempirical
Adjective
  • Concerns around a hypothetical future patchwork shouldn’t prevent action today.
    — Caleb Knapp, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026
  • For a standard Republican candidate, a hypothetical best-case scenario is a respectable loss in November.
    — Dain Fitzgerald, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of hypothetical
Adjective
  • This technique, known as speculative execution, helps computers run more efficiently.
    — Chetan Jaiswal, The Conversation, 30 July 2026
  • Defensive standout Micah Parsons (+1600) seeks to refocus post-injury, while Aaron Donald (+850) is a speculative entry, with rumors of a potential return from retirement.
    — Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of speculative
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