hypothesis
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(noun) a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena; "he proposed a fresh theory of alkalis that later was accepted in chemical practices" |
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Synonyms: possibility, theory |
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Related Words: assumption, concept, conception, conjecture, construct, framework, model, speculation, supposition, theoretical account |
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(noun) a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations |
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Related Words: proposal |
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(noun) a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence |
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Synonyms: conjecture, guess, speculation, supposition, surmise |
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Related Words: opinion, view |
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