Hipotesis
Definition & Context
Noun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
“Hypothesis” is a “provisional explanation” of a phenomenon that can be tested through scientific methods to verify its validity.
Synonyms & Variants
hipotesa
Valid spelling variant, often seen in older documents or Dutch-influenced style.
dugaan
Used in non-technical or general contexts compared to 'hipotesis'.
asumsi
Broader in usage, not exclusive to scientific contexts.
prediksi
Focuses on outcome, not explanation of phenomenon like hypothesis.
kerangka berpikir
Broader than hypothesis, encompassing the entire research logic.
taksiran
Less formal and not necessarily scientific like hypothesis.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word hipotesis originates from Greek hypothesis, meaning “foundation” or “underlying assumption”, adopted into Latin as hypothesis, and entered Indonesian through Dutch and English academic influence. It is used formally in scholarly and research contexts.
Real-world Usage
Hipotesis ini perlu dibuktikan dengan data lapangan.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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