1
as in arguments
an idea or opinion that is put forth in a discussion or debate
put forth the thesis that the electronic media's coverage of politics trivializes the workings of our democracy
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2
as in hypotheses
an idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation
it is not clear how the arguments you make actually support your thesis
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Recent Examples of theses
At the end of the semester, there’s a special evening event where all the seniors read from their theses, and this is my absolute favorite moment of the semester.
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The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 22 Sep. 2025
Liu emphasizes that the work provides students with opportunities to explore bold ideas, gain hands-on experience, and produce complete theses that prepare them for future scientific careers.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
These trends can create long-duration investment theses with asymmetric upside, especially as nations prioritize mineral independence and secure supply chains.
—Sahit Muja, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 22 Sep. 2025
Liu emphasizes that the work provides students with opportunities to explore bold ideas, gain hands-on experience, and produce complete theses that prepare them for future scientific careers.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
These trends can create long-duration investment theses with asymmetric upside, especially as nations prioritize mineral independence and secure supply chains.
—Sahit Muja, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for theses
Noun
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Now, the case will at least proceed to oral arguments, which are likely to take place in January.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
21 Oct. 2025
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The court announcements come as the high court prepares for arguments in several high-profile cases.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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That’s given researchers lots of hypotheses, but not a lot of experimental proof of how these phages behave or interact with bacteria (and, in turn, our health).—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 Oct. 2025
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The prize recipients tested profound quantum mechanical hypotheses through clear and rigorous experimentation.—
Zhixin Wang,
The Conversation,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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However, the reality is that peace talks between Russia, Ukraine, and the US and Europe are clearly stalled, if at worse dead with many contentions from both sides surrounding security concerns and, importantly, trade sanctions.—
Earl Carr,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Research into ancient and Indigenous traditions about nature can turn up precursors of modern scientific discoveries and theories.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
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The connection between the two cases lies in his approach and the use of controversial theories involving rituals and hidden motivations, which drew significant criticism of his conduct as a prosecutor.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Greater Denver Transit members acknowledged that safety has improved, but question the agency’s assertions based on app usage.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
21 Oct. 2025
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The administration has not made public any evidence to support those assertions.—
Luis Martinez,
ABC News,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Anyone failing to comply could face a misdemeanor and a $100 fine, and will be asked to leave the premises.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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Ensure your home is securely locked when vacating the premises.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Theses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/theses. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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