Hyphenation of theory

Wondering how to hyphenate the English word theory? This word can be hyphenated and contains 3 syllables as shown below.

the-o-ry

Definitions of theory:

1.	A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world An organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena Theories can incorporate facts and laws and tested hypotheses True in fact and theory
2.	A tentative insight into the natural world A concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena A scientific hypothesis that survives experimental testing becomes a scientific theory He proposed a fresh theory of alkalis that later was accepted in chemical practices
3.	A belief that can guide behavior The architect has a theory that more is less They killed him on the theory that dead men tell no tales

Synonyms of theory:

noun	explanation
noun	hypothesis, possibility, concept, conception, construct
noun	belief

Last hyphenations of this language

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