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hypothesis

A supposition or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence, serving as a starting point for further investigation.

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Example

The researcher's hypothesis that early intervention would improve outcomes was ultimately supported by the longitudinal data.

Synonyms

theoryconjecturesuppositionpropositionpremiseassumption

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