Earlier theory Synonyms

Definitions for Earlier


  • (adverb) so as to precede something in order of time
  • (adjective) ( comparative and superlative of ` early ') more early than; most early
  • (adverb) earlier in time; previously

Definitions for Theory


  • (noun) an idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation
  • (noun) a belief that can guide behavior
  • (noun) 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