Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word An idea or explanation made as a starting point for further investigation.
Hypothesis
/haɪˈpɒθəsəs/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
That was one hypothesis.'
The hypothesis Chadwick proposed adopting should come as no surprise:
The scientist developed a new hypothesis to test.
Etymology:
Originates from the Greek word hypothesis, meaning basis or assumption, composed of hypo- meaning under and thesis meaning a placing.
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