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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.

The set of beliefs, ideas, and values that guides an individual, social movement, institution, class, or large group.

A paradigm, as a noun, refers to a model or pattern that represents a typical example of something. It serves as a standard or framework that is used to understand and interpret various aspects within a particular field or context.