Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thesis
noun
/ˈθiː.sɪs/
Definition
A thesis is a statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved.
Examples
- The student’s thesis focused on the impact of climate change on marine ecosystems.
- After years of research, she finally submitted her doctoral thesis.
- The thesis statement must be clear and concise in the introduction of the paper.
Meaning
In a broader sense, a thesis represents an inquiry or argument presented for academic discussion, often forming the basis for scholarly research.
Synonyms
- dissertation
- argument
- proposition
- hypothesis
- thesis statement
