theory

A set of statements or principles devised to explain a group of facts or phenomena, especially one that has been repeatedly tested or is widely accepted and can be used to make predictions about natural phenomena.

The branch of a science or art consisting of its explanatory statements, accepted principles, and methods of analysis, as opposed to practice.

A set of theorems that constitute a systematic view of a branch of mathematics.

Abstract reasoning; speculation.

A belief or principle that guides action or assists comprehension or judgment.

An assumption based on limited information or knowledge; a conjecture.

At this point we may again for a moment turn aside to consider the so-called Conscious Automaton Theory.

Contemplation.

Perception or consideration of the relations of the parts of an ideal construction, which is supposed to render completely or in some measure intelligible a fact or thing which it resembles or to which it is analogous; also, the ideal construction itself.

An intelligible conception or account of how something has been brought about or should be done.