speculative

/ˈspɛkjuləˌtɪv/ · adjective

Meaning

Characterized by speculation; based on guessing, unfounded opinions, or extrapolation.
Pursued as a gamble, with possible large profits or losses; risky.
Pertaining to financial speculation; Involving or resulting from high-risk investments or trade.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

wondering(English)notional(English)theoretical(English)questioning(English)theoretic(English)curious(English)inquisitive(English)high-risk(English)fiction(English)bubble(English)bubbles(English)metaphysics(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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