Putative theory Synonyms

Definitions for Putative


  • (adjective) appearing to be true on the basis of evidence that may or may not be confirmed
  • (adjective) purported; commonly put forth or accepted as true on inconclusive grounds

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