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Meaning of hypotheses
The primary meaning of the word "hypotheses" refers to a supposition or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.
Etymology of hypotheses
The word "hypotheses" originates from the Greek word "ὑπόθεσις" (hupothesis), which means "a placing under" or "a proposal"
The term has been used in the English language since the 16th century to refer to a supposition or proposed explanation
Synonyms
assumptions
theories
conjectures
suppositions
speculations
guesses
surmises
presumptions
postulations
propositions
notions
ideas
concepts
beliefs
opinions
views
perspectives
theories
premises
assertions
declarations
statements
claims
allegations
accusations
Definitions
- A supposition or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation
- * A statement or suggestion that is put forward to explain a phenomenon, which can then be tested and either supported or rejected
Usage Examples
- The scientist formulated several hypotheses to explain the unusual phenomenon
- * The researcher tested multiple hypotheses before reaching a conclusion
- * The theory is based on several hypotheses that have been supported by empirical evidence
Antonyms
facts
truths
realities
certainties
confirmations
verifications
validations
proofs
evidences
demonstrations
actualities
actualizations