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22 letter words containing thesis

• retrospondylolis thesis

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• prespondylolis thesis

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• epikeratopros thesis

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• spondylolis thesis
• spondylolys thesis
• photosyn thesis ing
• counterhypo thesis

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• keratopros thesis
• mechanosyn thesis
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15 letter words containing thesis

• nucleosyn thesis
• psychosyn thesis
• orthopros thesis
• morphosyn thesis
• anterolis thesis
• thermosyn thesis
• photosyn thesis e

14 letter words containing thesis

• photosyn thesis
• chemosyn thesis
• narcosyn thesis
• osteosyn thesis
• antimeta thesis
• somataes thesis
• retrolis thesis
• sacrolis thesis
• synovior thesis
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• endopros thesis
• paren thesis ing

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• parasyn thesis
• biopros thesis
• polysyn thesis
• tomosyn thesis
• autosyn thesis
• exopros thesis
• metasyn thesis
• paren thesis ed
• paren thesis es
• hypo thesis ing
• hypo thesis ers
• velosyn thesis

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• biosyn thesis
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• somaes thesis
• coenes thesis
• kinaes thesis
• isosyn thesis
• parere thesis
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• ecosyn thesis
• amyoes thesis
• paren thesis e
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• syn thesis ing
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• paren thesis
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• syn thesis ts
• resyn thesis
• somes thesis
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• hypo thesis e
• cenes thesis
• anaes thesis
• alges thesis
• allen thesis
• apopa thesis
• hypo thesis t
• myoes thesis
• syn thesis es
• syn thesis ed

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• hypo thesis
• anti thesis
• pros thesis
• meta thesis
• epen thesis
• es thesis es
• syn thesis t
• syn thesis e
• exan thesis
• anes thesis
• para thesis
• apos thesis
• enan thesis
• cyto thesis
• tele thesis

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From Late Middle English thesis ( “ lowering of the voice ” ) [ 1 ] and also borrowed directly from its etymon Latin thesis ( “ proposition, thesis; lowering of the voice ” ) , from Ancient Greek θέσῐς ( thésis , “ arrangement, placement, setting; conclusion, position, thesis; lowering of the voice ” ) , from τῐ́θημῐ ( títhēmi , “ to place, put, set; to put down in writing; to consider as, regard ” ) [ 2 ] [ 3 ] (ultimately from Proto-Indo-European *dʰeh₁- ( “ to do; to place, put ” ) ) + -σῐς ( -sis , suffix forming abstract nouns or nouns of action, process, or result ) . The English word is a doublet of deed .

Sense 1.1 (“proposition or statement supported by arguments”) is adopted from antithesis . [ 2 ] Sense 1.4 (“initial stage of reasoning”) was first used by the German philosopher Johann Gottlieb Fichte (1762–1814), and later applied to the dialectical method of his countryman, the philosopher Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel (1770–1831).

The plural form theses is borrowed from Latin thesēs , from Ancient Greek θέσεις ( théseis ) .

Pronunciation

• ( Received Pronunciation ) IPA ( key ) : /ˈθiːsɪs/ , ( archaic ) /ˈθɛsɪs/

• ( General American ) IPA ( key ) : /ˈθisɪs/
• Rhymes: -iːsɪs
• Hyphenation: the‧sis
• ( Received Pronunciation ) IPA ( key ) : /ˈθiːsiːz/
• ( General American ) IPA ( key ) : /ˈθisiz/
• Rhymes: -iːsiːz
• Hyphenation: the‧ses

thesis ( plural theses )

• ( rhetoric ) A proposition or statement supported by arguments .
• 1766 , [ Oliver Goldsmith ], “The Conclusion”, in The Vicar of Wakefield:   [ … ] , volume II, Salisbury, Wiltshire: [ … ] B. Collins, for F [ rancis ] Newbery ,   [ … ] , →OCLC , pages 218–219 : I told them of the grave, becoming, and ſublime deportment they ſhould aſſume upon this myſtical occaſion, and read them two homilies and a theſis of my own compoſing, in order to prepare them.
• ( mathematics , computer science ) A conjecture , especially one too vague to be formally stated or verified but useful as a working convention.
• ( logic ) An affirmation , or distinction from a supposition or hypothesis .
• ( philosophy ) In the dialectical method of Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel : the initial stage of reasoning where a formal statement of a point is developed ; this is followed by antithesis and synthesis .
• ( music , prosody , originally ) The action of lowering the hand or bringing down the foot when indicating a rhythm ; hence, an accented part of a measure of music or verse indicated by this action; an ictus , a stress . Antonym: arsis
• ( music , prosody , with a reversal of meaning ) A depression of the voice when pronouncing a syllables of a word ; hence, the unstressed part of the metrical foot of a verse upon which such a depression falls , or an unaccented musical note .

Derived terms

• all but thesis
• bachelor's thesis
• Church-Turing thesis
• conflict thesis
• doctoral thesis
• graduate thesis
• Habakkuk thesis
• master's thesis
• Merton thesis
• private language thesis
• thesis defense
• thesis statement

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Translations.

• ^ “ thē̆sis, n. ”, in MED Online , Ann Arbor, Mich.: University of Michigan , 2007 .
• ^ “ thesis, n. ”, in Lexico , Dictionary.com ; Oxford University Press , 2019–2022 .

Further reading

• “ thesis ”, in The Century Dictionary   [ … ] , New York, N.Y.: The Century Co. , 1911 , →OCLC .
• “ thesis ”, in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary , Springfield, Mass.: G. & C. Merriam , 1913 , →OCLC .
• Heists , Sethis , heists , shiest , shites , sithes , thises

From Latin thesis , from Ancient Greek θέσις ( thésis , “ a proposition, a statement, a thing laid down, thesis in rhetoric, thesis in prosody ” ) .

thesis   f ( plural theses or thesissen , diminutive thesisje   n )

• Dated form of these . Synonyms: dissertatie , proefschrift , scriptie

From Ancient Greek θέσις ( thésis , “ a proposition, a statement, a thing laid down, thesis in rhetoric, thesis in prosody ” ) .

• ( Classical Latin ) IPA ( key ) : /ˈtʰe.sis/ , [ˈt̪ʰɛs̠ɪs̠]
• ( modern Italianate Ecclesiastical ) IPA ( key ) : /ˈte.sis/ , [ˈt̪ɛːs̬is]

thesis   f ( genitive thesis ) ; third declension

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• → Dutch: thesis
• → Armenian: թեզ ( tʻez )
• → Dutch: these
• → Persian: تز ( tez )
• → Romanian: teză
• → Turkish: tez
• Galician: tese
• Italian: tesi
• English: thesis
• Portuguese: tese
• Spanish: tesis
• “ thesis ”, in Charlton T. Lewis and Charles Short ( 1879 ) A Latin Dictionary , Oxford: Clarendon Press
• thesis in Gaffiot, Félix ( 1934 ) Dictionnaire illustré latin-français , Hachette.

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Definition of thesis

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In high school, college, or graduate school, students often have to write a thesis on a topic in their major field of study. In many fields, a final thesis is the biggest challenge involved in getting a master's degree, and the same is true for students studying for a Ph.D. (a Ph.D. thesis is often called a dissertation ). But a thesis may also be an idea; so in the course of the paper the student may put forth several theses (notice the plural form) and attempt to prove them.

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Word History

in sense 3, Middle English, lowering of the voice, from Late Latin & Greek; Late Latin, from Greek, downbeat, more important part of a foot, literally, act of laying down; in other senses, Latin, from Greek, literally, act of laying down, from tithenai to put, lay down — more at do

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 3a(1)

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Dictionary definition of thesis

A statement or theory that is put forward as a premise to be maintained or proved. "The thesis was published in an academic journal and received widespread recognition."

Detailed meaning of thesis

The thesis is typically a central idea or argument that is developed and presented in a written work, such as a dissertation or research paper. In higher education, a thesis is often a requirement for a graduate degree, such as a Master's or a PhD. The thesis is usually written under the supervision of a thesis advisor or mentor, and it presents original research or an original interpretation of existing research on a specific topic. The main purpose of a thesis is to contribute new knowledge and understanding to the field of study. It must be based on a rigorous research, the results must be presented in a logical and coherent manner and it must be written in a scholarly manner. Additionally, the thesis should demonstrate the student's ability to conduct independent research, to critically evaluate the existing literature, and to communicate their ideas effectively.

Example sentences containing thesis

1. Her thesis on renewable energy proposed innovative solutions for sustainability. 2. The professor praised the clarity of his student's thesis on social inequality. 3. The thesis of his argument was that technology enhances human communication. 4. The thesis of the book challenged conventional wisdom on economic policy. 5. Grad students often spend years researching and writing their theses. 6. The thesis behind the research project aimed to address pressing health issues.

History and etymology of thesis

The noun ' thesis ' has its etymological roots in ancient Greek. It is derived from the Greek word 'θέσις' (thésis), which means 'a setting down' or 'a position.' In the context of ancient Greece, ' thesis ' was used to refer to a proposition or statement that was put forward as the basis of an argument or discussion. It represented a foundational idea or premise that was to be maintained or proved through reasoning and evidence. As the term entered the English language, it retained this fundamental sense and is now commonly used to describe a statement or theory that serves as the central point of an argument or research project. It embodies the concept of a position or assertion that is presented for examination and verification. Therefore, the etymology of ' thesis ' underscores its use as a noun to denote a statement or theory set forth as a premise to be upheld or substantiated.

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1. She defended her thesis before a panel of expert examiners. 2. The conference featured presentations on a wide range of academic theses. 3. His groundbreaking thesis reshaped the field of quantum physics. 4. The thesis statement should encapsulate the main argument of your essay. 5. The thesis explored the intersection of art, culture, and identity in society. 6. The professor praised the student's thesis for its originality and depth. 7. His thesis explored the intersection of psychology and literature. 8. The defense of her thesis was a nerve-wracking but rewarding experience. 9. The thesis statement succinctly summarized the main argument of the paper. 10. The committee members engaged in a lively debate about the merits of the thesis . 11. The thesis proposed a new framework for understanding economic inequality. 12. After hours of editing, her thesis was finally ready for submission. 13. The library had an extensive collection of theses from various academic fields. 14. He was awarded a scholarship for his outstanding thesis on urban planning. 15. The thesis challenged existing theories and presented a fresh perspective. 16. The thesis project required extensive fieldwork and data analysis. 17. Her thesis was published in a reputable journal, gaining widespread recognition. 18. The thesis defense was attended by faculty members, peers, and family. 19. The thesis examined the historical context of the Renaissance art movement. 20. The graduate student presented her thesis findings at an international conference. 21. The thesis highlighted the need for further research in the field of genetics. 22. The thesis concluded with a call to action for policy changes in healthcare. 23. The advisor provided valuable guidance throughout the thesis writing process. 24. The thesis was a culmination of years of research and academic dedication.

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What does the noun thesis mean?

There are seven meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun thesis . See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

thesis has developed meanings and uses in subjects including

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The earliest known use of the noun thesis is in the Middle English period (1150—1500).

OED's earliest evidence for thesis is from before 1398, in a translation by John Trevisa, translator.

thesis is a borrowing from Greek .

Etymons: Greek θέσις .

Nearby entries

• thesaurus, n. 1823–
• thesaury, n. a1639–1708
• these, n. a1600–48
• these, pron. & adj. Old English–
• Thesean, adj. 1815–
• Theseid, n. 1725–
• Theseium, n. 1819–
• these-like, adj. 1644–
• thesial, adj. 1654
• thesicle, n. 1863–
• thesis, n. a1398–
• thesis-novel, n. 1934–
• thesis-play, n. 1902–
• thesmophilist, n. 1644–
• Thesmophorian, adj. 1891–
• Thesmophoric, adj. 1788–
• thesmothete, n. 1603–
• thesocyte, n. 1887–
• thesp, n. 1962–
• Thespian, adj. & n. 1675–
• Thespianism, n. 1914–

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thesis, n. was first published in 1912; not yet revised.

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Thesis etymology

English word thesis comes from Proto-Indo-European *dʰeh₁-, Proto-Indo-European - -tis, and later Proto-Indo-European *dʰédʰeh₁ti (To be doing. To be putting, placing.)

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hypothetical

Something that is hypothetical is based on possible situations or events rather than actual ones.

The anti thes is of something is its opposite.

An epithet is a short description or term that usually follows and augments someone's name, such as the word "great" in "Alfred the Great."

parenthetical

A parenthetical remark further explains or qualifies information.

A syn thes is is the combination or blend of two or more things to form a new whole.

A thes is is a main idea for a paper that its author tries to prove by giving examples that support the idea.

antithetical

sharply contrasted in character or purpose

a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations

hypothesize

to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds

parentheses

either of two punctuation marks (or) used to enclose textual material

parenthesis

Photosynthesis.

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combine so as to form a more complex, product

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an unproved statement put forward as a premise in an argument

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| | | | | | | My Wordlists Legacy activities Advanced Dictionary         Wordsmyth     Standard   Lookup History theses a statement or proposition put forward and supported by proof or argument. , , , , , , an essay or dissertation, esp. one based on research or critical study, submitted as a requirement for an advanced academic degree. , , , , , , , the opening of a dialectical argument or process, followed by antithesis and resolved in synthesis. the accented part of a musical measure; downbeat. , , , , , , , , , , , , Subscriber feature Subscribe for ad-free Wordsmyth and more Trending words: skulduggery A Word or Two Etymology Entomology IS A SANDWICH A TACO Words With Thesis In Them | 17 Scrabble Words With Thesis Thesis is a playable Scrabble Word! Highest scoring words with Thesis 11-letter words with Thesis 10-letter words with Thesis 9-letter words with Thesis 8-letter words with Thesis 6-letter words with Thesis FAQs about words with Thesis The highest scoring words with Thesis Want to go straight to the words that will get you the best score? Here are all the highest scoring words with thesis, not including the 50-point bonus if they use seven letters. Top words with Thesis Scrabble Points Words With Friends Points 15 16 18 18 15 15 21 19 15 15 16 17 17 16 17 16 16 15 15 14 17 Scrabble words that contain Thesis 11 letter words with thesis. kinesthesis 18 parenthesis 16 resynthesis 17 synthesists 17 10 Letter Words With Thesis antithesis 13 epenthesis 15 esthesises 13 hypothesis 21 metathesis 15 prosthesis 15 synthesist 16 9 Letter Words With Thesis diathesis 13 prothesis 14 synthesis 15 8 Letter Words With Thesis anthesis 11 esthesis 11 6 Letter Words With Thesis Faq on words containing thesis, what are the best scrabble words with thesis. The highest scoring Scrabble word containing Thesis is Hypothesis, which is worth at least 21 points without any bonuses. The next best word with Thesis is kinesthesis, which is worth 18 points. Other high score words with Thesis are prosthesis (15), metathesis (15), parenthesis (16), resynthesis (17), synthesists (17), synthesist (16), and synthesis (15). How many words contain Thesis? There are 17 words that contaih Thesis in the Scrabble dictionary. Of those 4 are 11 letter words, 7 are 10 letter words, 3 are 9 letter words, 2 are 8 letter words, and 1 is a 6 letter word. Dictionaries home American English Collocations German-English Grammar home Practical English Usage Learn & Practise Grammar (Beta) Word Lists home My Word Lists Recent additions Resources home Text Checker Definition of thesis noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary Students must submit a thesis on an agreed subject within four years. He presented this thesis for his PhD. a thesis for a master's degree He's doing a doctoral thesis on the early works of Shostakovich. Many departments require their students to do a thesis defense. She completed an MSc by thesis. her thesis adviser at MIT in a/​the thesis thesis about Take your English to the next level The Oxford Learner’s Thesaurus explains the difference between groups of similar words. Try it for free as part of the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary app Today’s NYT Connections Answers Sep 12, #459 - Daily Updates & Hints Today’s Wordle Answer Sep 12 #1181- NYT Wordle Hints & Updates NYT Mini Crossword Answers Today - The Mini for Sep 12 Solved NYT Strands Today - Hints, Spangram & Answers for September 12 Words Ending In Q Words Ending In J Words Ending In Z Words Ending In Ing Words Ending In Gry Words Starting With X Words with THESIS A list of all THESIS words with their Scrabble and Words with Friends points. You can also find a list of all words that start with THESIS . Also commonly searched for are words that end in THESIS . Try our five letter words with THESIS page if you’re playing Wordle-like games or use the New York Times Wordle Solver for finding the NYT Wordle daily answer. 5 Letter Word Starting With B 2 Letter Words With C Words With Z And H 5 Letter Words That Start With Y Words With Z And K In Them Words That Start With Z Words With 10 Letters Word With G And Q 5 Letter Words That Start With P 7 Letter Word With 2 V's 6 Letter Words Using These Letters Words With Y 2 Letter Words With J Word With J And H Words That End In Q Word With Z And X Words Ending In Sz 5 Letter Word Starting With T Five Letter Words With X Words That End In Ev 4 Letter Words Ending In C Two Letter Words With B Words Ending In Sn 2 Letter Word Ending In U Two Letter Words With F Words That End With Tch 7 Letter Words That Start With A 4 Letter Words Ending In J 4 Letter Word Ending In W Popular Pages Top Searches External Resources Definitions WordFinderX Letter Solver wordtips_adhesion_lps Daily Crossword Word Puzzle Word Finder Word of the Day Synonym of the Day Word of the Year Language stories All featured Gender and sexuality All pop culture Writing hub Grammar essentials Commonly confused All writing tips Pop culture Writing tips Advertisement [ thee -sis ] He vigorously defended his thesis on the causes of war. Synonyms: proposal , contention , theory a subject for a composition or essay. a dissertation on a particular subject in which one has done original research, as one presented by a candidate for a diploma or degree. Music. the downward stroke in conducting; downbeat. Compare arsis ( def 1 ) . a part of a metrical foot that does not bear the ictus or stress. (less commonly) the part of a metrical foot that bears the ictus. Compare arsis ( def 2 ) . Philosophy. Hegelian dialectic / ˈθiːsɪs / a dissertation resulting from original research, esp when submitted by a candidate for a degree or diploma a doctrine maintained or promoted in argument a subject for a discussion or essay an unproved statement, esp one put forward as a premise in an argument music the downbeat of a bar, as indicated in conducting (in classical prosody) the syllable or part of a metrical foot not receiving the ictus Compare arsis philosophy the first stage in the Hegelian dialectic, that is challenged by the antithesis The central idea in a piece of writing, sometimes contained in a topic sentence . Word History and Origins Origin of thesis 1 Example Sentences In “Back Home,” Gil also revisits the nostalgia for the South explored in his Johns Hopkins thesis, “Circle of Stone.” At least father and son were in alignment on this central thesis: acting “gay”—bad; being thought of as gay—bad. Her doctoral thesis, says Ramin Takloo at the University of Illinois, was simply outstanding. Marshall McLuhan long ago argued the now accepted thesis that different mediums have different influences on thinking. He wrote his Master's thesis on the underrepresentation of young people in Congress. And indeed for most young men a college thesis is but an exercise for sharpening the wits, rarely dangerous in its later effects. It will be for the reader to determine whether the main thesis of the book has gained or lost by the new evidence. But the word thesis, when applied to Systems, does not mean the 'position' of single notes, but of groups of notes. This conclusion, it need hardly be said, is in entire agreement with the main thesis of the preceding pages. Sundry outlying Indians, with ammunition to waste, took belly and knee rests and strengthened the thesis to the contrary. Related Words proposition supposition Have a language expert improve your writing Run a free plagiarism check in 10 minutes, generate accurate citations for free. Knowledge Base How to Write a Thesis Statement | 4 Steps & Examples How to Write a Thesis Statement | 4 Steps & Examples Published on January 11, 2019 by Shona McCombes . Revised on August 15, 2023 by Eoghan Ryan. A thesis statement is a sentence that sums up the central point of your paper or essay . It usually comes near the end of your introduction . Your thesis will look a bit different depending on the type of essay you’re writing. But the thesis statement should always clearly state the main idea you want to get across. Everything else in your essay should relate back to this idea. You can write your thesis statement by following four simple steps: Start with a question Write your initial answer Develop your answer Refine your thesis statement Instantly correct all language mistakes in your text Upload your document to correct all your mistakes in minutes Table of contents What is a thesis statement, placement of the thesis statement, step 1: start with a question, step 2: write your initial answer, step 3: develop your answer, step 4: refine your thesis statement, types of thesis statements, other interesting articles, frequently asked questions about thesis statements. A thesis statement summarizes the central points of your essay. It is a signpost telling the reader what the essay will argue and why. The best thesis statements are: Concise: A good thesis statement is short and sweet—don’t use more words than necessary. State your point clearly and directly in one or two sentences. Contentious: Your thesis shouldn’t be a simple statement of fact that everyone already knows. A good thesis statement is a claim that requires further evidence or analysis to back it up. Coherent: Everything mentioned in your thesis statement must be supported and explained in the rest of your paper. Here's why students love Scribbr's proofreading services Discover proofreading & editing The thesis statement generally appears at the end of your essay introduction or research paper introduction . The spread of the internet has had a world-changing effect, not least on the world of education. The use of the internet in academic contexts and among young people more generally is hotly debated. For many who did not grow up with this technology, its effects seem alarming and potentially harmful. This concern, while understandable, is misguided. The negatives of internet use are outweighed by its many benefits for education: the internet facilitates easier access to information, exposure to different perspectives, and a flexible learning environment for both students and teachers. You should come up with an initial thesis, sometimes called a working thesis , early in the writing process . As soon as you’ve decided on your essay topic , you need to work out what you want to say about it—a clear thesis will give your essay direction and structure. You might already have a question in your assignment, but if not, try to come up with your own. What would you like to find out or decide about your topic? For example, you might ask: After some initial research, you can formulate a tentative answer to this question. At this stage it can be simple, and it should guide the research process and writing process . Now you need to consider why this is your answer and how you will convince your reader to agree with you. As you read more about your topic and begin writing, your answer should get more detailed. In your essay about the internet and education, the thesis states your position and sketches out the key arguments you’ll use to support it. The negatives of internet use are outweighed by its many benefits for education because it facilitates easier access to information. In your essay about braille, the thesis statement summarizes the key historical development that you’ll explain. The invention of braille in the 19th century transformed the lives of blind people, allowing them to participate more actively in public life. A strong thesis statement should tell the reader: Why you hold this position What they’ll learn from your essay The key points of your argument or narrative The final thesis statement doesn’t just state your position, but summarizes your overall argument or the entire topic you’re going to explain. To strengthen a weak thesis statement, it can help to consider the broader context of your topic. These examples are more specific and show that you’ll explore your topic in depth. Your thesis statement should match the goals of your essay, which vary depending on the type of essay you’re writing: In an argumentative essay , your thesis statement should take a strong position. Your aim in the essay is to convince your reader of this thesis based on evidence and logical reasoning. In an expository essay , you’ll aim to explain the facts of a topic or process. Your thesis statement doesn’t have to include a strong opinion in this case, but it should clearly state the central point you want to make, and mention the key elements you’ll explain. If you want to know more about AI tools , college essays , or fallacies make sure to check out some of our other articles with explanations and examples or go directly to our tools! Ad hominem fallacy Post hoc fallacy Appeal to authority fallacy False cause fallacy Sunk cost fallacy College essays Choosing Essay Topic Write a College Essay Write a Diversity Essay College Essay Format & Structure Comparing and Contrasting in an Essay  (AI) Tools Grammar Checker Paraphrasing Tool Text Summarizer AI Detector Plagiarism Checker Citation Generator A thesis statement is a sentence that sums up the central point of your paper or essay . Everything else you write should relate to this key idea. The thesis statement is essential in any academic essay or research paper for two main reasons: It gives your writing direction and focus. It gives the reader a concise summary of your main point. Without a clear thesis statement, an essay can end up rambling and unfocused, leaving your reader unsure of exactly what you want to say. Follow these four steps to come up with a thesis statement : Ask a question about your topic . Write your initial answer. Develop your answer by including reasons. Refine your answer, adding more detail and nuance. The thesis statement should be placed at the end of your essay introduction . Cite this Scribbr article If you want to cite this source, you can copy and paste the citation or click the “Cite this Scribbr article” button to automatically add the citation to our free Citation Generator. McCombes, S. (2023, August 15). How to Write a Thesis Statement | 4 Steps & Examples. Scribbr. Retrieved September 11, 2024, from https://www.scribbr.com/academic-essay/thesis-statement/ Is this article helpful? Shona McCombes Other students also liked, how to write an essay introduction | 4 steps & examples, how to write topic sentences | 4 steps, examples & purpose, academic paragraph structure | step-by-step guide & examples, get unlimited documents corrected. ✔ Free APA citation check included ✔ Unlimited document corrections ✔ Specialized in correcting academic texts 157 IMAGES words with thesis as a root words with thesis as a root PPT How to Write a Thesis Statement for a Research Paper: Steps and 36 Examples of Strong Thesis Statement Thesis Words VIDEO Why does “THESIS” refer to “a putting or placement”? #learngreek #latin #thesis #etymology #words Doing the Kay Chung method (w no caffeine) to write 20k words for my thesis in one night #academia ROOT vs SACHIN : Can ROOT break SACHIN'S TEST RECORDS ? He is RIGHT on TRACK to do it in 4 years Unlocking Academic Writing: How to Identify a Thesis Statement What Is a master's Thesis (5 Characteristics of an A Plus Thesis) Root Words: Learn more about words that have the Greek root “chronos” and their meanings COMMENTS thesis thesis. (n.). late 14c., "unaccented syllable or note, a lowering of the voice in music," from Latin thesis "unaccented syllable in poetry," later (and more correctly) "stressed part of a metrical foot," from Greek thesis "a proposition," also "downbeat" (in music), originally "a setting down, a placing, an arranging; position, situation" (from reduplicated form of PIE root *dhe-"to set, put"). Words containing thesis Found 106 words containing thesis. Check our Scrabble Word Finder, Wordle solver, Words With Friends cheat dictionary, and WordHub word solver to find words that contain thesis. Or use our Unscramble word solver to find your best possible play! Related: Words that end in thesis. Scrabble; Words With Friends; WordHub; Crossword thesis thesis (plural theses) Senses relating to logic, rhetoric, etc. (rhetoric) A proposition or statement supported by arguments. (by extension) A lengthy essay written to establish the validity of a thesis (sense 1.1), especially one submitted in order to complete the requirements for a non- doctoral degree in the US and a doctoral degree in the ... Thesis Definition & Meaning The meaning of THESIS is a dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view; especially : one written by a candidate for an academic degree. How to use thesis in a sentence. Did you know? Find all words that contain THESIS List all words that contain THESIS, grouped by length; List all words that start with THESIS; List all words that end with THESIS; Quick links. Words containing Q; Words containing X; Words containing K; Words starting with S; Words ending with Y; Five letter words; Four letter words; Seven letter words; Thesis The noun 'thesis' has its etymological roots in ancient Greek.It is derived from the Greek word 'θέσις' (thésis), which means 'a setting down' or 'a position.' In the context of ancient Greece, 'thesis' was used to refer to a proposition or statement that was put forward as the basis of an argument or discussion.It represented a foundational idea or premise that was to be maintained or ... thesis, n. meanings, etymology and more There are seven meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun thesis. See 'Meaning & use' for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. thesis has developed meanings and uses in subjects including. prosody (Middle English) music (Middle English) rhetoric (late 1500s) logic (late 1500s) education (late 1700s) philosophy (1830s) Thesis etymology in English θέσις. Ancient Greek (grc) thesis. Latin (lat) Thesis. thesis. English (en) (logic) An affirmation, or distinction from a supposition or hypothesis.. (music) The accented part of the measure, expressed by the downward beat; the opposite of arsis.. (poetry) The depression of the voice in pronouncing the syllables of a word.. (poetry) The ... Words With THESIS Words Containing: THESIS (In Exact Order) There are 77 words, 11 phrases and 0 abbr's with THESIS in. Jump to: 6 Letters 8 Letters 9 Letters 10 Letters. Did you mean? Words with T, H, E, S, I, S in any order Anagrams of T H E S I S. Best Scoring Words With: THESIS Top 10. Top 10 (Default) Top 20; Top 50; Top 100; More ... Word Root: thes (Root) An epithet is a short description or term that usually follows and augments someone's name, such as the word "great" in "Alfred the Great." parenthetical. A parenthetical remark further explains or qualifies information. synthesis. A synthesis is the combination or blend of two or more things to form a new whole. thesis American Heritage Dictionary Entry: thesis the·sis (th ē s ĭ s) Share: Tweet. n. pl. the·ses (-s ē z) 1. A proposition that is maintained by argument. 2. A dissertation advancing an original point of view as a result of research, especially as a requirement for an academic degree. 3. A hypothetical proposition, especially one put forth without proof. thesis She's doing research for her Ph.D. thesis in political science. synonyms: dissertation, treatise similar words: article, composition, discourse, essay, exposition, monograph, paper: definition 3: the opening of a dialectical argument or process, followed by antithesis and resolved in synthesis. Etymonline Tremendous thanks and appreciation to all of you. The online etymology dictionary (etymonline) is the internet's go-to source for quick and reliable accounts of the origin and history of English words, phrases, and idioms. It is professional enough to satisfy academic standards, but accessible enough to be used by anyone. Words With Thesis In Them The highest scoring Scrabble word containing Thesis is Hypothesis, which is worth at least 21 points without any bonuses. The next best word with Thesis is kinesthesis, which is worth 18 points. Other high score words with Thesis are prosthesis (15), metathesis (15), parenthesis (16), resynthesis (17), synthesists (17), synthesist (16), and ... THESIS Definition & Meaning Thesis definition: a proposition stated or put forward for consideration, especially one to be discussed and proved or to be maintained against objections. See examples of THESIS used in a sentence. Greek Roots: Thesis Flashcards Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like thesis, thesis, theme and more. thesis noun Definition of thesis noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. ... from the root of tithenai 'to place'. See thesis in the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary See thesis in the Oxford Learner's Dictionary of Academic English. Check pronunciation ... Words with THESIS A list of all THESIS words with their Scrabble and Words with Friends points. You can also find a list of all words that start with THESIS. Also commonly searched for are words that end in THESIS. Try our five letter words with THESIS page if you're playing Wordle-like games or use the New York Times Wordle Solver for finding the NYT Wordle ... Words with Greek root Words with Greek root - thesis. Get a hint. thesis. Click the card to flip 👆. a position taken in an argument, supported by a set of reasons. Click the card to flip 👆. 1 / 6. THESIS Definition & Meaning Thesis definition: a proposition stated or put forward for consideration, especially one to be discussed and proved or to be maintained against objections. See examples of THESIS used in a sentence. Syn and Thesis- Greek root words Flashcards Syn and Thesis- Greek root words. Syn. Click the card to flip 👆. with,together. Click the card to flip 👆. How to Write a Thesis Statement A thesis statement summarizes the central points of your essay. It is a signpost telling the reader what the essay will argue and why. The best thesis statements are: Concise: A good thesis statement is short and sweet—don't use more words than necessary. State your point clearly and directly in one or two sentences. Thesis ( Greek Root Word ) Flashcards Thesis. A position taken in a argument supported by a set of reasons. Theme. An essay or composition on a certain subject with a statement and supporting reasons. Parenthesis. (Para - beside) - statement beside (or inside) a main sentence. Synthetic. (Syn-Together) elements put together to make a material like a natural one (synthetic rubber ... assignment essay homework paper phd report resume review speech thesis