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    Théorie (en. Theory)

    [te.ɔ.ʁi]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Systematic explanation of a set of facts.
    The theory of evolution revolutionized our understanding of biology.
    La théorie de l'évolution a révolutionné notre compréhension de la biologie.
    Model or conceptual framework for a specific field.
    Game theory is used in economics to analyze strategic behaviors.
    La théorie des jeux est utilisée en économie pour analyser les comportements stratégiques.
    Set of rules and principles of a discipline.
    It is important to know music theory before playing an instrument.
    Il est important de connaître la théorie musicale avant de jouer d'un instrument.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'theoria', coming from Greek 'theōria', meaning 'view' or 'contemplation'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    conspiracy theory
    Idea that events are secretly controlled by hidden actors.
    théorie du complot
    theory of relativity
    Physical theory formulated by Einstein that modifies the notions of time and space.
    théorie de la relativité
    putting into theory
    Formulating something as a hypothesis without definitive proof.
    mettre en théorie

    Related Words

    theorist
    Person who develops theories.
    théoricien
    theoretical
    Related to a theory or conceptual framework.
    théorique
    theorem
    Demonstrable assertion within a theoretical framework.
    théorème

    Slang Meanings

    Smoke theory
    He always has wild theories about aliens.
    Il a toujours des théories fumeuses sur les extraterrestres.
    Theorize
    Stop theorizing and take action.
    Arrête de théoriser et passe à l'action.