Showing Results for "theories"

theories

NOUN

hypothesis, belief

Synonyms

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approach argument assumption code concept doctrine idea ideology method philosophy plan position premise proposal provision rationale scheme speculation suspicion system thesis understanding

STRONG

base basis codification conditions conjecture dogma feeling foundation grounds guess guesswork hunch impression outlook postulate presentiment presumption shot stab supposal supposition surmise theorem

WEAK

formularization suppose systemization

Antonyms

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disbelief fact information reality truth

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calculation knowledge measurement proof

WEAK

certainty

Example Sentences

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Theories about the need for a “philosopher king” or “great man” to advance society date back centuries.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Theories abound that Mayweather recognized his enduring marketability when Pacquiao fought astonishingly well in a draw against WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios in 2025.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

Theories have ranged from hand carving to casting or blowing.

From Science Daily • Dec. 16, 2025

Theories of body doubles abounded, as did the assertion that roads around Washington’s Walter Reed hospital had been shut down under conspicuous circumstances.

From Slate • Sep. 3, 2025

Theories that these kids were being expelled for this thing or that.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton