theoretically — In principle or according to theory rather than practical experience; used to indicate something that is possible in theory but may not work in practice.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In principle or according to theory rather than practical experience; used to indicate something that is possible in theory but may not work in practice.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌθɪəˈretɪkli/
Korean meaning: 이론적으로, 원칙적으로
Korean pronunciation: 씨어-렛-티-컬-리 (강세: 렛)
Example Sentences
- Theoretically, I could eat 100 hamburgers, but practically, I'd explode after 3.
- The new software should theoretically reduce processing time by 50%.
- Theoretically, my diet starts tomorrow, but my chocolate stash says otherwise.
theoretically
ADVERB//ˌθɪəˈretɪkli//
In principle or according to theory rather than practical experience; used to indicate something that is possible in theory but may not work in practice.
The plan worked theoretically — until reality hit the model directly.
Theoretically, the calculations predicted success — but real conditions changed everything.
Theoretically, the design looked flawless — until empirical testing forced a practical redesign.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'theoretikos' meaning 'contemplative' or 'speculative,' derived from 'theorein' meaning 'to look at' or 'to observe.' The word evolved to describe ideas based on theory rather than practical experience.
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📝Examples
“Theoretically, I could eat 100 hamburgers, but practically, I'd explode after 3.”
“The new software should theoretically reduce processing time by 50%.”
“Theoretically, my diet starts tomorrow, but my chocolate stash says otherwise.”
“This investment strategy is theoretically sound but requires careful implementation.”
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