It is an adjective.
Meaning: based on a guess, estimate or theory; not existing in reality.It is also used also in terms of speculative or imaginary.
Related forms:
notionality - noun
notionally - adverb
Synonyms: hypothetical, theoretical, speculative, conjectural,putative, conceptual, abstract,visionary, fanciful, unreal.
Antonyms: actual, genuine, real
Sample Usage
The figures published in the newspapers were only notional, since the actual figures could not be obtained.
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