nonspeculative

adjective

Definition of nonspeculativenext
as in nontheoretical

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonspeculative
  1. empirical
  2. tested
  3. confirmed
Adjective
  • Currently, there is no empirical data to support these theories, but that hasn't stopped physicists from exploring them as fascinating possibilities.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Much like Moore’s Law, scaling laws are not in fact laws but rather simply empirical observations.
    Rob Toews, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of empirical
Adjective
  • But beyond those elite few prospects, why would coaches play or pay freshmen instead of the veterans, the tested and proven Division I players, now available in what amounts to forever free agency?
    CJ Moore, The Athletic, 25 July 2024
  • There is no reliable and tested method that can say that a certain volcano will erupt on a certain day or at a certain time.
    Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 29 Feb. 2024
Definition of tested
Adjective
  • Currently there are no confirmed cases of HPAI in Michigan in the last 30 days, as of Dec. 5, according to data from the USDA.
    Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
  • That day, the family got a confirmed sighting of Hannah and an unidentified person getting on the train, but she hasn't been seen since reportedly exiting at Pico Station.
    Raven Brunner, People.com, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of confirmed
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Thesaurus Entries Near nonspeculative

nonspecific

nonspeculative

nonstandard

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“Nonspeculative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonspeculative. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.

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