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theory n

Theory means a system of ideas to explain something. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of theory

  • a system of ideas to explain something

Usage examples of theory

Darwin's theory of evolution explains how species change over generations through natural selection.

Her theory was that the sales drop came from higher prices, so she compared sales before and after the increase.

Her theory of urban decline linked rising rents and transit cuts to the steady loss of working families.

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