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Definition of theories : of Theory

Synonyms:

images, observations, conceptions, principles, reflections, opinions, ideas, notions, thoughts, concepts, inklings, perceptions, suppositions, designs, plans, visions, considerations, brainstorms, inspirations

presumptions, hypotheses, prophecies, speculations, guesses, imaginations, fantasies, conjectures

Usage examples:

• In recent years the Russian astronomer Bredichin has made a careful study of the shape and positions of comets' tails and finds that they fit with mathematical precision to the theories of electric repulsion. - "A Text-Book of Astronomy", George C. Comstock.
• She had her own theories with regard to this important matter, and when Miss Sinclair went away she was for a time puzzled how to act. - "A Very Naughty Girl", L. T. Meade.
• The dramatic symphony naturally fell foul of all formal theories. - "Musicians of To-Day", Romain Rolland Commentator: Claude Landi.