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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

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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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Relatives of others embroiled in the conspiracy theories said the rumours were "disgusting" and compounded families' grief.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Some theories suggested birds could detect magnetic fields through light-sensitive molecules in their eyes.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

“The new indictment confirms that our motion to dismiss was a good one — it’s just new charges and new theories trotted out in the hope that something sticks,” Trusty said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 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

In doing so he inherited some of the most advanced theories and some of the most sophisticated technology produced in the seventeenth century.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton