thesis synonyms

thesis

n.

  1. A statement to be proved

    principle, belief, argument; see hypothesis, opinion 1.

  2. A learned essay, especially for advanced academic degrees

    dissertation, research, requirement for graduation, master's paper, master's essay; see also exposition 2.

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