speculatively
/ˈspɛkjələtɪvli/
adverb
- In a way that involves guessing or forming opinions without enough evidence.
- He speculatively suggested that the company might merge with a rival.
- She looked at the old map speculatively, wondering if the treasure was real.
- The scientist spoke speculatively about what life might exist on other planets.
- In a way that involves financial risk in the hope of making a large profit.
- She bought the land speculatively, expecting its price to rise sharply.
- The fund manager acted speculatively, buying stocks that could triple in value.
- They invested speculatively in cryptocurrency, hoping for a quick return.
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