adverb
- in theory; according to theory rather than practice
- possibly; conceivably
Examples
- Theoretically, the plan should work perfectly.
- The machine can theoretically run for 24 hours without stopping.
- Theoretically speaking, anyone could learn to play piano.
- The new law theoretically protects all citizens equally.
- Theoretically, we could finish the project by Friday.
- The drug is theoretically safe, but more testing is needed.