hypothesizing
|hy-po-the-siz-ing|
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/haɪˈpɑːθəˌsaɪzɪŋ/
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/haɪˈpɒθəˌsaɪzɪŋ/
(hypothesize)
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 form a hypothesis or theory.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'hypothesize'.
The scientist is hypothesizing about the potential outcomes of the experiment.
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Last updated: 2025/04/20 11:58