A hipótese
Example: A hipótese dele foi confirmada pelos resultados do teste.
Definition
"A hipótese" refers to a proposed explanation or assumption made based on limited evidence, which serves as a starting point for further investigation or reasoning. In philosophy, "a hipótese" is often tested to determine its validity or truthfulness.
Etymology
The word "a hipótese" comes from the Greek 'hypothesis,' meaning 'foundation' or 'base.' It entered Portuguese through Latin during the Middle Ages, retaining its philosophical meaning as a supposition or premise for argumentation. Did you know that the original Greek sense implied something laid down beneath, like a base for building ideas?
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