theory

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theory is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

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Singular theory

Plural theories

1. A theory is an idea that tries to explain an observation.

   The new information showed that his theory about growth was incorrect.

   Nobody has disproved Einstein's theory of general relativity.