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[()·ろん()]
riron
noun

English Meaning(s) for 理論

noun
  1. theory

Definition and Synonyms for 理論

Logic the principles that guide reasoning within a given field or situation
Synonyms: ロジック, 理屈, 理論, 論理
Framework a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process
Synonyms: モデル, フレーム, フレームワーク, ご本, 枠組み, 理論, 雛形
Theory a belief that can guide behavior
Synonyms: セオリー, 理屈, 理論,
Theory a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world
Synonyms: セオリー, 体系, 公理, 原理, 学説, 定理, 理論,
Theory an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
Synonyms: セオリー, 体系, 公理, 原理, 学説, 定理, 理論,

Meanings for each kanji in 理論

» logic; arrangement; reason; justice; truth
» argument; discourse

Categories 理論 is a member of

Explanation thought that makes something comprehensible
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Principle a basic truth or law or assumption
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Theory a tentative insight into the natural world
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Belief any cognitive content held as true
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Sample Sentences for 理論

This book deals with the new theory of linguistics.
That theory isn't generally accepted.
The impact of Emmet's theory on physics has been widely discussed, but this is not my concern in this paper.
I cannot follow your theory.
Perry is mistaken in thinking that Emmet's theory was constructed without reference to Newtonian physics.

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