hypotheses

NOUN

theory

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assumption axiom conclusion conjecture explanation guess inference interpretation premise proposition rationale supposition theorem thesis

STRONG

antecedent assignment attribution basis belief condition data deduction demonstration derivation foundation ground layout lemma philosophy plan position postulate presupposition principle proposal reason scheme speculation suggestion surmise system term

WEAK

apriority shot in the dark starting point tentative law

Antonyms

STRONGEST

fact proof reality truth

WEAK

calcualtion measurement

Example Sentences

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It also puts forward hypotheses about why this belly-brain choreography exists.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

However, if scientists can use data from large cosmological surveys to develop precise hypotheses that apply to the solar system, then it becomes possible to design targeted experiments to test them.

From Science Daily • Apr. 24, 2026

At a press conference, police would not be drawn on potential hypotheses including suicide or an act of terror.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

In the high-end section, tech is used to validate hypotheses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026

Neither Francis nor Griffith was long satisfied that evening by restatements of well-worn hypotheses.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson