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speculative
('sp/E/k/j//@/,l/eI/t/I/v )

adjective (a)

  • Given to speculation; contemplative.(adjective)
    source: webster1913

adjective satellite (s)

  • not financially safe or secure(adj.all)
    Example:
    Speculative business enterprises.
    Synonym:
    bad, high-risk, risky
    source: wordnet30
  • not based on fact or investigation(adj.all)
    Example:
    Speculative knowledge.
    Synonym:
    notional
    source: wordnet30
  • showing curiosity(adj.all)
    Example:
    Raised a speculative eyebrow.
    Synonym:
    inquisitive, questioning, wondering
    source: wordnet30
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