Hypothesis

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Synonyms of hypothesis

Antonyms of hypothesis

Collocations of hypothesis

scientific hypothesis
Frequency: 80 %

The scientist formulated a scientific hypothesis to test in the experiment.

null hypothesis
Frequency: 70 %

The null hypothesis stated that there would be no significant difference between the two groups.

alternative hypothesis
Frequency: 65 %

The alternative hypothesis proposed that the new drug would have a greater effect than the old one.

research hypothesis
Frequency: 60 %

The research hypothesis suggested a correlation between the variables being studied.

statistical hypothesis
Frequency: 50 %

The statistical hypothesis was tested using various statistical methods.

Idiomatic Expressions for hypothesis

  • Phrase: working hypothesis
    Meaning: a tentative assumption or idea that is used as a basis for further investigation or research
    Usage: Before conducting a detailed study, researchers often develop a working hypothesis to guide their research.