conjectural vs putative

conjectural

adj
  • In the nature of a conjecture, or based on a conjecture. 

noun
  • Something that is conjectural; a conjecture. 

putative

adj
  • Commonly believed or deemed to be the case; accepted by supposition rather than as a result of proof. 

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