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Definition of hypothesize

hypothesize

/haɪˈpɑːθəsaɪz/
(UK: hypothesise)
hy · poth · e · size
Adverb:hypothetically
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Adjective:hypothetical
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Past Simple:hypothesized
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Past Participle:hypothesized
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Present Participle:hypothesizing
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hypothesize Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To put something forward as a hypothesis or tentative explanation for further investigation.

Example

"The researchers hypothesized that increased sunlight exposure would accelerate the plant's growth rate."

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• Nearby Words

hypothermia
hypothermic
hypothesis
hypothesize
hypothetical
hypothetically
hypoxis

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 16th century from 'hypothesis' plus the verbal suffix '-ize', ultimately deriving from Ancient Greek 'hypothesis' (foundation, supposition), from 'hypo-' (under) and 'tithenai' (to place).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hypothesize. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hypothesize
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