speculatively
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/ˈspekjələtɪvli/
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/ˈspekjələtɪvli/
Based on guesses or opinions without complete information.
We can only speculate about the outcome of the election.
In a way that shows you are trying to guess something.
She looked speculatively at the menu, unsure what to order.
With the hope of making a profit, but also the risk of losing money.
Many houses are built speculatively, hoping to sell them for a higher price.