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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

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

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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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That includes “how agencies allocate resources, the types of cases emphasized, how aggressively certain theories are pursued, and how the government frames its enforcement mission publicly.”

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

There he began developing the theories that would direct his life and work—the idea, for instance, that a “talented tenth” would lead black America to liberation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

But that has not stopped conspiracy theories and disinformation about vaccines and hantavirus spreading widely online -- another echo of the Covid era.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Their work also helped reconcile several long-competing scientific theories.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

There were his political and religious theories, his vigilant search for dark conspiracies, his joy in languages, his affection for Zita, and of course, his abiding commitment to chess.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady