hypothesis
/haɪˈpɑːθəsɪs/
hy · poth · e · sis
haɪ · ˈpɑː · θə · sɪs
English Definition
n. idea to be tested, theory
Significado en Español
hipótesis
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
giả thuyết
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Example Sentence
The experiment supports their hypothesis.
实验支持他们假设。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
hypo(lower)+thesis(place)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the synonym for the word “hypothesis” in the context of scientific research.
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A
Theory
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B
Conclusion
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C
Data
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D
Experiment
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A — Theory.
“hypothesis” means n. idea to be tested, theory
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The scientist carefully tested her ______ with a well-planned experiment.
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hypothesis
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B
fact
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C
certainty
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D
proof
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A — hypothesis.
“hypothesis” means n. idea to be tested, theory
Common questions about “hypothesis”
What does “hypothesis” mean?
hypothesis — n. idea to be tested, theory. In Chinese: 假设，猜想.
How do you pronounce “hypothesis”?
hypothesis is pronounced /haɪˈpɑːθəsɪs/. It breaks into 4 syllables: hy · poth · e · sis.
How do you use “hypothesis” in a sentence?
The experiment supports their hypothesis. (实验支持他们假设。)
What are synonyms for “hypothesis”?
theory, assumption — all close in meaning to hypothesis (n. idea to be tested, theory).
Is “hypothesis” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. hypothesis appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “hypothesis”?
hypo(lower)+thesis(place)
