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speculatively

UK
/ˈspɛkjʊlətɪvli/
US
/ˈspɛkjəˌleɪtɪvli/

Translations

speculativelyadverb
UK
/ˈspɛkjʊlətɪvli/
US
/ˈspɛkjəˌleɪtɪvli/
spéculativementEn parlant d’une hypothèse, d’une conjecture ou d’un raisonnement théorique.
She gazed speculatively at the clouds, wondering if a storm was approaching.
Elle regarda les nuages spéculativement, se demandant si un orage approchait.
à titre spéculatifDans le domaine financier, pour un achat ou un investissement risqué en vue d’un gain futur.
The firm speculatively bought shares in several biotech companies before the trial results were announced.
L’entreprise a acheté à titre spéculatif des actions de plusieurs sociétés de biotechnologie avant l’annonce des résultats de l’essai.
Synonyms
hypothetically
theoretically
conjecturally
supposedly
presumably

Definitions

speculativelyadverb
In a manner involving conjecture, guesswork, or theoretical reasoning rather than firm evidence.
She gazed speculatively at the clouds, wondering if a storm was approaching.
With the aim of making a risky investment or purchase in the hope of future profit.
The firm speculatively bought shares in several biotech companies before the trial results were announced.
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