speculative
//ˈspɛkjʊlətɪv//
Adjective
speculativeCanonical form
more speculativeComparative
most speculativeSuperlative
1
Based on conjecture or theory rather than certain knowledge; involving guessing or hypothesizing.
His theory about the cause of the accident remains speculative.
2
Involving a high degree of risk or uncertainty, especially in financial investments made in the hope of profit.
He lost a lot of money on speculative investments in the stock market.
3
Relating to or characterized by intellectual contemplation or abstract reasoning.
The philosopher engaged in speculative inquiry about the nature of existence.