General theory Synonyms

Definitions for General


  • (adjective) belonging or relating to the whole
  • (adjective) relating to the main elements and not to specific details
  • (adjective) held by or applicable to a majority of the people

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