Dec 17, 2025
Hypothesis
(n.)
hy-poth-e-sis
hī-pä-thə-səs
Definition:
A tentative explanation for an observation, phenomenon, or scientific problem that can be tested by further investigation; an educated guess.
Example:
Developing a hypothesis is one of the first steps in the Scientific Method.
Maxim
(n.)
max-im
mak-səm
Definition:
A general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct.
Example:
I live by the maxim "good things come to those who wait."
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