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theories

NOUN

hypothesis, belief

Synonyms

STRONGEST

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

STRONGEST

disbelief fact information reality truth

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calculation knowledge measurement proof

WEAK

certainty

Example Sentences

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Earlier measurements suggested WASP-94A b contained hundreds of times more oxygen and carbon than Jupiter, something that did not fit with existing theories of planet formation.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

In one study, participants discussed conspiracy theories they believed and the researchers asked AI to persuade the participants that those theories weren’t true.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Fundamentally most conspiracy theories are highly implausible and just don’t make sense.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Felix Salmon, Elizabeth Spiers, and Emily Peck, discuss theories on why the hell anyone would do this and whether it’s just weird or actually sinister.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

Bobby’s interest in making money was undeniable, so theories abounded as to why he acted contrary to his own financial interests.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady