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hypothesis
n. explanation which gives a reason for observed phenomena, theory (especially in the sciences); supposition, assumption


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Hypothesis
A hypothesis (from Greek ) consists either of a suggested explanation for a phenomenon or of a reasoned proposal suggesting a possible correlation between multiple phenomena. The term derives from the  Greek, hypotithenai meaning "to put under" or "to suppose." The scientific method requires that one can test a scientific hypothesis. Scientists generally base such hypotheses on previous observations or on extensions of scientific theories.
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hypothesis
Noun
1. a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations
(hypernym) proposal
(derivation) speculate, theorize, theorise, conjecture, hypothesize, hypothesise, hypothecate, suppose
2. a tentative theory about the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena; "a scientific hypothesis that survives experimental testing becomes a scientific theory"; "he proposed a fresh theory of alkalis that later was accepted in chemical practices"
(synonym) possibility, theory
(hypernym) concept, conception, construct
(hyponym) model, theoretical account, framework
(part-holonym) theory
(derivation) speculate, theorize, theorise, conjecture, hypothesize, hypothesise, hypothecate, suppose
3. a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence
(synonym) guess, conjecture, supposition, surmise, surmisal, speculation
(hypernym) opinion, view
(hyponym) divination
(derivation) speculate, theorize, theorise, conjecture, hypothesize, hypothesise, hypothecate, suppose


Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)Download this dictionary
Hypothesis
(n.)
A tentative theory or supposition provisionally adopted to explain certain facts, and to guide in the investigation of others; hence, frequently called a working hypothesis.
  
 
(n.)
A supposition; a proposition or principle which is supposed or taken for granted, in order to draw a conclusion or inference for proof of the point in question; something not proved, but assumed for the purpose of argument, or to account for a fact or an occurrence; as, the hypothesis that head winds detain an overdue steamer.
  

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hypothesis
A tentative proposal made to explain certain observations or facts that requires further investigation to be verified.

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