Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hypothetical-scenario
noun
/ˌhaɪpəˈθɛtɪkəl səˈnɛrioʊ/
Definition
A situation or event that is imagined or assumed for the purposes of discussion or analysis.
Examples
- In a hypothetical scenario where resources are unlimited, how would society function?
- Let’s consider a hypothetical scenario to evaluate the effectiveness of our plan.
- The scientist created a hypothetical scenario to test the impact of climate change on agriculture.
Meaning
Hypothetical scenarios are often used to explore the consequences of actions or decisions that are not real.
Synonyms
- Imaginary situation
- Theoretical situation
- Assumed event
- Conjectural scenario
