hypothesize
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/haɪˈpɑːθəˌsaɪz/
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/haɪˈpɒθəˌsaɪz/
propose a hypothesis
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hypothesize' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'hypotithenai,' where 'hypo-' meant 'under' and 'tithenai' meant 'to place.'
Historical Evolution
'hypotithenai' transformed into the Latin word 'hypothesis,' and eventually became the modern English word 'hypothesize' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place under,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to propose a hypothesis.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to propose a hypothesis or educated guess based on limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation.
Scientists often hypothesize about the causes of climate change.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35