speculative
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British pronunciation
/spˈɛkjʊlətˌɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "speculative"in English

speculative
01

according to opinions or guesses instead of facts or evidence

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The article contained speculative theories about the origins of the universe.
The stock market is highly speculative, with investors making decisions based on predictions rather than concrete data.
02

having a questioning curiosity or doubt

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She gave him a speculative look, wondering if he was hiding something.
His tone was speculative, as he questioned the validity of the new theory.
03

involving high financial risk with the potential for significant loss, often without a guaranteed return

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His investment in cryptocurrency was highly speculative, with no certainty of profit.
The stock market can be a speculative venture, especially during periods of volatility.

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