The plan sounds good in theoretical terms, but will it work in practice?
这个计划在理论上听起来不错，但在实践中会有效吗？
Select the best synonym for the word “theoretical”:
A — hypothetical. “theoretical” means adj. Abstract and hypothetical; conceptual
In the context of scientific discussions, the professor often referred to the _____ aspects of the research.
A — theoretical. “theoretical” means adj. Abstract and hypothetical; conceptual
theoretical — adj. Abstract and hypothetical; conceptual. In Chinese: 理论的，假设的.
theoretical is pronounced /ˌθiːəˈretɪkl/. It breaks into 5 syllables: the · o · ret · i · cal.
The plan sounds good in theoretical terms, but will it work in practice? (这个计划在理论上听起来不错，但在实践中会有效吗？)
hypothetical, abstract, unproven — all close in meaning to theoretical (adj. Abstract and hypothetical; conceptual).
Yes. theoretical appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
theory (theory) + tical→ theoretical.