A hypothesis in a scientific sense is an idea based on existing evidence, that can be tested. Speculation isn't necessarily based on anything, and may not be provable.

And that, for me, seems to be the main problem with these two words: As clear and specific as the (Latin-derived) definitions for intrinsic and inherent may be, and as clear cut and discriminant as I …

Jan 6, 2012 · Or perhaps your hypothesis is that entries in a form are correct. It might be valid if all mandatory fields are filled, but only verified once the business rules associated with the different …

Jan 5, 2012 · An hypothesis is the outcome of the postulate, signifying a cognitional convergence and readiness for testing of the convergence with as wide a range of experience as possible.

May 18, 2018 · A hypothesis and a theory are different – the exact differences depend on what field you are in. But “hypothetically speaking” vs “theoretically speaking” have a different set of meaning.

May 10, 2011 · While in common vernacular today, "hypothesis" and "theory" often are used to refer to the same or very similar concepts, they actually have very different meanings - especially in the …

By this definition, string theory and M-theory count as theories. Scientists use hypothesis for an explanation of phenomena which has not yet been proven. A hypothesis can, but need not, be an …

1. Single word requests require an example phrase. 2. Have you tried looking up "hypothesis" in a thesaurus? Were any of the words any good? Please include your research. 3. Something which …

Aug 23, 2011 · What is the difference between a theorem and a theory? The two words seem to be used to describe very similar things, but yet do not seem to be interchangeable. For example, we have …

Apr 14, 2015 · What about debunk? The Merriam-Webster definition even has this sample sentence: The results of the study debunk his theory.