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- [thee-uh-ree, theer-ee]
- /ˈθi ə ri, ˈθɪər i/
- /ˈθɪə.ri/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [thee-uh-ree, theer-ee]
- /ˈθi ə ri, ˈθɪər i/
Definitions of theories word
- noun plural theories 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: Einstein's theory of relativity. Synonyms: principle, law, doctrine. 1
- noun plural theories a proposed explanation whose status is still conjectural and subject to experimentation, in contrast to well-established propositions that are regarded as reporting matters of actual fact. Synonyms: idea, notion hypothesis, postulate. Antonyms: practice, verification, corroboration, substantiation. 1
- noun plural theories Mathematics. a body of principles, theorems, or the like, belonging to one subject: number theory. 1
- noun plural theories the branch of a science or art that deals with its principles or methods, as distinguished from its practice: music theory. 1
- noun plural theories a particular conception or view of something to be done or of the method of doing it; a system of rules or principles: conflicting theories of how children best learn to read. 1
- noun plural theories contemplation or speculation: the theory that there is life on other planets. 1
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Origin of theories
First appearance:
before 1590 One of the 37% oldest English words
1590-1600; < Late Latin theōria < Greek theōría a viewing, contemplating, equivalent to theōr(eîn) to view + -ia -y3
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Parts of speech for Theories
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theories popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
theories usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for theories
noun theories
- conceptions — Plural form of conception.
- concepts — a general notion or idea; conception.
- conjectures — Plural form of conjecture.
- constructs — Plural form of construct.
- guesses — Plural form of guess.
Antonyms for theories
noun theories
- certainties — Plural form of certainty.
- conclusions — Plural form of conclusion.
- constellations — Plural form of constellation.
- destinies — Plural form of destiny.
- gospels — the teachings of Jesus and the apostles; the Christian revelation.
Top questions with theories
- what is a theories?
- what is scientific theories?
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