- A supposition; a proposition or principle which is
supposed or taken for granted, in order to draw a conclusion or
inference for proof of the point in question; something not proved, but
assumed for the purpose of argument, or to account for a fact or an
occurrence; as, the hypothesis that head winds detain an overdue
steamer. - A tentative theory or supposition provisionally adopted
to explain certain facts, and to guide in the investigation of others;
hence, frequently called a working hypothesis.
Meaning of 'hypothesis' (Princeton's WordNet)
1 . hypothesis
[ n]
Meaning (1): - a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena
Example in sentence:
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
quantal hypothesis quantal hypothesis is the idea that sensations are not a continuous experience but a succession of separate steps.
Null hypothesis In experimental psychology,null hypothesis is the hypothesis that any difference found between the experimental group and the control group occurred by
just-world hypothesis In social psychology, just-world hypothesis is the term used for the unquestioned assumption that the world is a just place where the deserving are rewarded and the
Repulsion Hypothesis Repulsion Hypothesis Rosenbaum’s proposal that attraction is not enhanced by similar attitudes; instead, people initially respond positively
Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis is the suggestion that frustration is a very powerful determinant of aggression.
Matching Hypothesis Matching Hypothesis is the proposal that individuals are attracted to one another as friends, romantic partners, or spouses on the basis of similar
Catharsis Hypothesis Catharsis Hypothesis is the theory that if angry persons can express their aggressive impulses in relatively safe ways, they will be less likely to
Empathic Joy Hypothesis Empathic Joy Hypothesis is the proposal that prosocial behavior is motivated by the positive empathetic feelings that result from helping a
Empathy-Altruism Hypothesis Empathy-Altruism Hypothesis is the proposal that at least some prosocial behavior is motivated solely by the desire to help someone who is in
Contact Hypothesis Contact Hypothesis is a theory that increased contact between members or various social groups can be effective in reducing prejudice between