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2 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Hypothesis' in a Sentence

"A proposition or set of propositions put forward to explain a specific set of phenomena. It is either presented as a provisional conjecture to guide further investigation (working hypothesis) or accepted as highly probable based on established facts." more

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The chef tested the hypothesis that a unique combination of spices would enhance the flavor profile of the dish.
Scientists are testing various hypotheses to explain the unusual behavior of a distant star.

Hypothesis

hahy-poth-uh-sis
nounA proposition or set of propositions put forward to explain a specific set of phenomena. It is either presented as a provisional conjecture to guide further investigation (working hypothesis) or accepted as highly probable based on established facts.

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Last Updated On: January 4, 2024
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