conjectural
Group 8Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Based on or involving conjecture; not proved GRE
Example in Context
The historian emphasized that much of the narrative remained conjectural, given the scarcity of primary sources from the period.
Synonyms
guessedspeculativetheoretical
Etymology
Throwing ideas together without proof, just guesses.
- con- (Latin) — with
- jectura (Latin) — throw
Memory Aid
🔮Sounds like “conjecture-all”
In a psychic's tent, they CONJECTURE ALL sorts of things, but none are proven!
Visual Association
❓A mysterious figure with a crystal ball, surrounded by swirling clouds of uncertainty.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “conjectural” mean on the GRE?
conjectural (adjective) means “Based on or involving conjecture; not proved”. The historian emphasized that much of the narrative remained conjectural, given the scarcity of primary sources from the period.
How to remember “conjectural” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “conjectural” sounds like “conjecture-all”. In a psychic's tent, they CONJECTURE ALL sorts of things, but none are proven!
What are synonyms for “conjectural”?
Common synonyms: guessed, speculative, theoretical.