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Monday, September 7, 2009

1.59 Theory

Word Pronunciation Definition Related Forms
theory IPA A theory is an idea that tries to explain an observation. theoretical
theorist
theoretically
theorized
theorem

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  1. theory
    ['θiəri]
    n. 理论
    In this way they can better apply theory to practice.

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  2. The theory is based on a series of false assumptions.

    Korean : 학설, 이론

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  3. Over the next 160 years an extensive body of economic theory was developed.

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  4. This theory emphasizes that parental support has a mitigating effect on negative peer influence.

    Japanese; gaku setsu

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  5. There have been many theories, and those theories change each time significant new evidence is discovered

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  6. Many scientists accept the theory that the universe is growing larger.

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  7. How are these questions different from those one might ask of a mathematical proof, or a literary work, or a biological theory?
    Italian: Teoria

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  8. Contrary to the claims and willful ignorance of many vocal evolutionists, a comprehensive ''theory'' of creationism does indeed exist!
    Russian: теория

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