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noun
- 1. a supposition or a system of ideas intended to explain something, especially one based on general principles independent of the thing to be explained: "Darwin's theory of evolution" Similar
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a. : a belief, policy, or procedure proposed or followed as the basis of action. her method is based on the theory that all children want to learn. b. : an ideal or hypothetical set of facts, principles, or circumstances often used in the phrase in theory. in theory, we have always advocated freedom for all. 3. a.
something suggested as a reasonable explanation for facts, a condition, or an event, esp. a systematic or scientific explanation: [ U ] Adele took a course in modern political theory. [ C ] I have a theory (= an opinion) about why everybody in the city is in such a hurry.
Theory definition: a coherent group of tested general propositions, commonly regarded as correct, that can be used as principles of explanation and prediction for a class of phenomena. See examples of THEORY used in a sentence.
A theory is a rational type of abstract thinking about a phenomenon, or the results of such thinking. The process of contemplative and rational thinking is often associated with such processes as observational study or research. Theories may be scientific, belong to a non-scientific discipline, or no discipline at all.
THEORY meaning: 1 : an idea or set of ideas that is intended to explain facts or events; 2 : an idea that is suggested or presented as possibly true but that is not known or proven to be true.
Definition of theory noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
A theory is a formal idea or set of ideas that is intended to explain something. Marx produced a new theory about historical change based upon conflict. Einstein formulated the Theory of Relativity in 1905.
THEORY definition: 1. an idea or set of ideas that is intended to explain something: 2. the set of principles on…. Learn more.
noun. /ˈθɪri/ , /ˈθiəri/. (pl. theories) [countable, uncountable] a formal set of ideas that is intended to explain why something happens or exists According to the theory of relativity, nothing can travel faster than light. The debate is centered around two conflicting theories.
a theory or argument made up of miscellaneous or incongruous ideas. noun. a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena.
