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theoreticalness

|the-o-ret-i-cal-ness|

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/ˌθiːəˈrɛtɪkəlnəs/

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/ˌθɪəˈrɛtɪkəlnəs/

(theoretical)

relating to theory

Base FormAdverb
theoreticaltheoretically
Etymology
Etymology Information

'theoreticalness' originates from the word 'theoretical,' which is derived from the Greek word 'theōrētikos,' where 'theōrētikos' meant 'contemplative or speculative.'

Historical Evolution

'theōrētikos' transformed into the Latin word 'theoreticus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'theoretical' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'pertaining to contemplation or speculation,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'pertaining to theory or abstract reasoning.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the quality or state of being theoretical.

The theoreticalness of the proposal was questioned by the committee.

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Last updated: 2025/04/14 20:07