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speculative

/ˌspɛkjʊˈleɪtɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does speculative mean?

adjective

Based on guesswork or incomplete information; not based on fact or certainty. Relating to or involving speculation.

Example

"The company's financial future is speculative, and investors are taking a risk by investing."

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