Hypothetical and Practical

Hypothetical

Hypothetical adjective - Existing only as an assumption or speculation.
Usage example: we talked about what we would do in various hypothetical emergencies

Practical is an antonym for hypothetical.

Nearby Words: hypothesis, hypothetic

Practical

Practical adjective - Capable of being put to use or account.

Hypothetical is an antonym for practical.

Both words in one sentence

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