Notional

Pronunciation: /ˈnoʊʃənəl/

Notional (adjective)

  1. Existing only in the mind or as an idea, not real.
  2. Referring to a value or amount that is theoretical, not actual.
  3. Relating to a symbolic or abstract meaning rather than a practical one.

Examples

  • The notional plan was discussed in the meeting.
  • Her notional concept needed more details.

Common collocations: notional plan, notional concept, notional value, notional cost, notional gesture

Synonyms of Notional

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Notional

  • describing something that exists in reality
  • describing something that can be touched or felt