theoretical

Definition

Of or relating to theory; abstract; not empirical.

Etymology

From Middle English theorothycall, probably from Latin theōrēticus + -al, from Ancient Greek θεωρητικός (theōrētikós).

Example Sentences

• "We may look upon this figure as representing in section a theoretical wing-form, or aerofoil"
• "Which makes the concept known as Rods From God the ultimate form of kinetic weaponry. This theoretical weapon would drop telephone pole sized rods of dense tungsten from a satellite in orbit."