Definition of theories

"theories" in the noun sense

1. theory

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

"theories can incorporate facts and laws and tested hypotheses"

"true in fact and theory"

2. hypothesis, possibility, theory

a tentative insight into the natural world a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena

"a scientific hypothesis that survives experimental testing becomes a scientific theory"

"he proposed a fresh theory of alkalis that later was accepted in chemical practices"

3. theory

a belief that can guide behavior

"the architect has a theory that more is less"

"they killed him on the theory that dead men tell no tales"

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Quotations for theories

Theories are very thin and unsubstantial; experience only is tangible. [ Hosea Ballou ]

theories in Scrabble®

The word theories is playable in Scrabble®, no blanks required. Because it is longer than 7 letters, you would have to play off an existing word or do it in several moves.

Scrabble® Letter Score: 11

Highest Scoring Scrabble® Plays In The Letters theories:

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The 200 Highest Scoring Scrabble® Plays For Words Using The Letters In theories

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theories in Words With Friends™

The word theories is playable in Words With Friends™, no blanks required. Because it is longer than 7 letters, you would have to play off an existing word or do it in several moves.

Words With Friends™ Letter Score: 10

Highest Scoring Words With Friends™ Plays In The Letters theories:

HEROISE
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Seven Letter Word Alert: (3 words)

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