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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hypotheses

"When we get the sample back, we'll be able to look in detail at its chemistry and its mineral composition - and the two hypotheses will produce very distinct results," said Sara Russell.

From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2026

It offers disciplined methods for testing hypotheses, challenging assumptions and correcting errors.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026

The 15 partnerships with global firms it has disclosed have an aggregate headline contract value exceeding $11 billion and suggest it can convert hypotheses into development assets and commercial transactions at scale.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026

The continuing delay, he argues, points to competing hypotheses, unresolved leads and possible mechanical issues that have yet to be fully explained.

From BBC ● Jun. 15, 2026

He views science as an integrated web of interconnecting hypotheses, procedures, and formalisms, and argues that any impact of the world on the web can be distributed in many different ways.

From "Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences" by John Allen Paulos

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