Academic theory Synonyms

Definitions for Academic


  • (adjective) of or relating to schooling or learning especially at an advanced level
  • (adjective) very learned or educated but inexperienced in practical matters
  • (adjective) existing only as an assumption or speculation

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