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hypothesis

/haɪˈpɑθəsɪs/  ·  say it: hy·PAH·thuh·sis

a proposed explanation to be tested

In Formal & Academic

a proposed explanation to be tested

In Debate & Persuasion

In more detail

1. (noun) a suggested idea or theory that you believe might be true but have not yet tested or proved

2. (noun) a prediction or proposed explanation based on limited evidence, used as a starting point for further investigation

Examples

• 1. Scientists formed a hypothesis that the new drug would reduce symptoms.
• 2. Her hypothesis was that regular exercise improves mental health.

Nearby in Formal & Academic

extrapolate, facilitate, hitherto, implication, inference, insofar