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theory

/ˈθiːəri/
the · o · ry /ˈθiː · ə · ri/
English Definition
n. idea to explain something
中文释义
理论，假说
Significado en Español
teoría, hipótesis
한국어 뜻
이론, 가설
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
lý thuyết, giả thuyết
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the word that is closest in meaning to the word “theory” as it is used below: The scientist proposed a new theory to explain the unusual behavior of the particles.

  1. A hypothesis
  2. B practice
  3. C method
  4. D tool
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A — hypothesis. “theory” means n. idea to explain something

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Common questions about “theory”

What does “theory” mean?

theory — n. idea to explain something. In Chinese: 理论，假说.

How do you pronounce “theory”?

theory is pronounced /ˈθiːəri/. It breaks into 3 syllables: the · o · ry.

Is “theory” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. theory appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “theory”?

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