Hypothetically
/ˌhaɪpəˈθɛtɪkli/
Synonyms
- supposedly
- theoretically
- speculatively
Slang Meanings
Used to introduce a discussion about something not real.
Hypothetically, if I were a millionaire, I'd buy a yacht.
A way to express an idea that is not based on reality.
Let's say hypothetically that aliens landed tomorrow.