Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Theories.
Theories - as a noun
A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
Example: "Theories can incorporate facts and laws and tested hypotheses"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
explanation20Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
reductionism17blastogenesis16preformation19theory of preformation
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A tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena
Example: "A scientific hypothesis that survives experimental testing becomes a scientific theory"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hypothesis21possibility18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
concept13conception16construct13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A belief that can guide behavior
Example: "The architect has a theory that more is less"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
belief11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"There are several theories about the origins of the universe."
"Some economic theories propose that higher taxes reduce economic growth."
"There are competing theories regarding the extinction of dinosaurs."
"There are several theories regarding the origin of the universe."
"One of the theories suggests that dinosaurs were warm-blooded creatures."
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Is THEORIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, theories is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
THEORIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is THEORIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, theories is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTHEORIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is THEORIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, theories is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTHEORIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
