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My life as a working theorist began three months after this preliminary study and background reading, when Oscar gently nudged me toward working on a particular problem.
Rudolph A. Marcus

Meaning of "theorist" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF THEORIST

theorist  [ˈθɪəˌrɪst] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF THEORIST

noun
adjective
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
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Theorist is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES THEORIST MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Theory

Theory is a contemplative and rational type of abstract or generalizing thinking, or the results of such thinking. Depending on the context, the results might for example include generalized explanations of how nature works. The word has its roots in ancient Greek, but in modern use it has taken on several different related meanings. A theory is not the same as a hypothesis. A theory provides an explanatory framework for some observation, and from the assumptions of the explanation follows a number of possible hypotheses that can be tested in order to provide support for, or challenge, the theory. One modern group of meanings emphasizes the interpretative, abstracting, and generalizing nature of theory. For example in the arts and philosophy, the term "theoretical" may be used to describe ideas and empirical phenomena which are not easily measurable. Theory abstracts. It draws away from the particular and empirical. By extension of the philosophical meaning, "theoria" is a word still used in theological contexts to mean viewing through contemplation — speculating about meanings that transcend measurement.

Definition of theorist in the English dictionary

The definition of theorist in the dictionary is the originator of a theory; a person who is concerned with theory; a theoretician.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH THEORIST


calendarist
ˈkælɪndəˌrɪst
dipterist
ˈdɪptəˌrɪst
Everest
ˈɛvərɪst
florist
ˈflɒrɪst
forest
ˈfɒrɪst
Forrest
ˈfɒrɪst
gallerist
ˈɡæləˌrɪst
glossarist
ˈɡlɒsəˌrɪst
Gongorist
ˈɡɒŋɡəˌrɪst
interest
ˈɪntrɪst
lapidarist
ˈlæpɪdəˌrɪst
phalansterist
ˈfælənstəˌrɪst
probabiliorist
ˌprɒbəˈbɪlɪəˌrɪst
rapturist
ˈræptʃəˌrɪst
reactionarist
rɪˈækʃənəˌrɪst
sericiculturist
ˌserɪsɪˈkʌltʃəˌrɪst
solarist
ˈsəʊləˌrɪst
terrorist
ˈtɛrərɪst
tourist
ˈtʊərɪst
wrist
rɪst

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE THEORIST

theorematist
theoremic
theoretic
theoretical
theoretical physicist
theoretical physics
theoretically
theoretician
theoretics
theoric
theories
theorisation
theoriser
theorization
theorize
theorizer
theory
theory of games
theory of types
theory-laden

WORDS THAT END LIKE THEORIST

amorist
antiterrorist
aorist
aphorist
arborist
bioterrorist
Christ
colorist
counter-terrorist
detectorist
errorist
flavorist
folklorist
humorist
laborist
meliorist
motorist
Redemptorist
tenorist
tutiorist
watercolorist

Synonyms and antonyms of theorist in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «theorist» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF THEORIST

Find out the translation of theorist to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of theorist from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «theorist» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

理论家
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

teórico
570 millions of speakers

English

theorist
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

विचारक
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

المنظر
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

теоретик
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

teórico
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

যে ব্যক্তি সিদ্ধান্ত করে
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

personne qui a tendance à théoriser
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Ahli teori
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Theoretiker
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

理論家
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

이론가
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Theorist
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

lý thuyết gia
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

கொள்கையாளர்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

थिओरिस्ट
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

kuramcı
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

teorico
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

teoretyk
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

теоретик
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

teoretician
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

θεωρητικός
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

teoretikus
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

theorist
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

teoretiker
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of theorist

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «THEORIST»

The term «theorist» is quite widely used and occupies the 40.729 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «THEORIST» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about theorist

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6 QUOTES WITH «THEORIST»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word theorist.
1
John Eaton
Well, let me, first of all, say, that as a microtonal composer, I've never been much of a theorist.
2
Garet Garrett
Lenin, the greatest theorist of them all, did not know what he was going to do after he had got the power.
3
Rudolph A. Marcus
My life as a working theorist began three months after this preliminary study and background reading, when Oscar gently nudged me toward working on a particular problem.
4
Douglass North
It was not until I got my first job, at the University of Washington in Seattle, and began playing chess with Don Gordon, a brilliant young theorist, that I learned economic theory.
5
Myron Scholes
I'm a theorist, not an institutionalist.
6
T.I.
Man, I'm a conspiracy theorist by nature. You can't experience the federal penal system and not be somewhat skeptical.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «THEORIST»

Discover the use of theorist in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to theorist and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Accidental Theorist: And Other Dispatches from the ...
This is a collection that will amuse, provoke, and enlighten, in classic Paul Krugman style. "[Paul Krugman] writes better than any economist since John Maynard Keynes." — Rob Norton, Fortune "[Paul Krugman is] probably the most creative ...
Paul Krugman, 2010
2
Jane Austen, Game Theorist
Exploring a diverse range of literature and folktales, this book illustrates the wide relevance of game theory and how, fundamentally, we are all strategic thinkers.
Michael Suk-Young Chwe, 2014
3
An Economic Theorist's Book of Tales
These essays explore what happens when a skilful economist makes unconventional assumptions.
George A. Akerlof, 1984
4
Conscience of a Conspiracy Theorist
The book's primary value to readers and libraries lies in its willingness to go where other authors, most major publishers, and the mainstream media refuse to go...into direct criticism of government leaders and their cronies.
Robert Lockwood Mills, 2011
5
Paul Virilio: Theorist for an Accelerated Culture
The first authoritative study of the life and work of Virilio, Steve Redhead's Paul Virilio: Theorist for an Accelerated Culture explains and analyses Virilio's work, correcting many mistaken interpretations that have surfaced in the ...
Steve Redhead, 2004
6
John Kenneth Galbraith: The Economist as Political Theorist
This work examines the economist John Kenneth Galbraith through the unique lense of political theory.
Conrad Waligorski, 2006
7
David Hume: Moral and Political Theorist
Russell Hardin presents a new explication of David Hume's moral and political theory.
Russell Hardin, 2007
8
The Judge as Political Theorist: Contemporary Constitutional ...
The Judge as Political Theorist examines opinions by constitutional courts in liberal democracies to better understand the logic and nature of constitutional review.
David Robertson, 2010
9
Huey P. Newton: The Radical Theorist
However, pundits offered little on Newton as freedom fighter or as theoretician and activist. Huey P. Newton: The Radical Theorist dispels myths about Newton's life, but the book is primarily an in-depth examination of Newton's ideas.
Judson L. Jeffries, 2006
10
Lucretius as Theorist of Political Life
This work uncovers how Lucretius' conception of the philosophic life, and the reaction to the human, religious, and political implications of the discovery of nature, distinguish his intention from the anti-theological animus that drives ...
John Colman, 2012

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «THEORIST»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term theorist is used in the context of the following news items.
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Conspiracy theorist Chris Spivey 'claimed Lee Rigby's murder was a …
A conspiracy theorist claimed Lee Rigby's murder was a hoax and taunted his family by publishing their address online, a court has heard. Chris Spivey, 52 ... «Daily Mail, Jul 15»
2
In Greek Debt Puzzle, the Game Theorists Have It
Mr. Varoufakis is himself a noted game theorist, co-author of the textbook “Game Theory: a Critical Introduction” and a longtime admirer of Dr. Nash. The two met ... «New York Times, Jun 15»
3
'Game Theorist' Matthew Patrick Examines Films On New Channel
It is fair to call Matthew Patrick, the host of the Game Theorists YouTube channel, one of the smartest people in the YouTube community. Patrick doesn't just wax ... «Tubefilter, Jun 15»
4
Kylie Jenner comes out as a chemtrail conspiracy theorist
On Monday night, 17-year-old reality TV star (and apparent conspiracy theorist) Kylie Jenner tweeted a typo-ridden meme about airplane condensation trails. «The Week Magazine, May 15»
5
Mars conspiracy theorist says he can see 'a bunker, people and …
From alien coffins to fossilised lizards, conspiracy theorists believe they have found all manner of strange items in Nasa's images of Mars. Now, one alien hunter ... «Daily Mail, Apr 15»
6
Update: Sandy Hook Conspiracy Theorist Reportedly Called Other …
“He's a conspiracy theorist who believes that it's (Sandy Hook tragedy) not a true event,” Robinson said. Because the Sandy Hook school is being operated out ... «Patch.com, Apr 15»
7
How Alex Jones Helped Launch Rand Paul's Career
Such material is regular fodder for Jones, who is "one of the earliest and most influential 9/11 conspiracy theorists." Paul has been a longtime guest on The Alex ... «Media Matters for America, Apr 15»
8
UFO conspiracy theorist claims to have seen nine-foot alien on …
London: A UFO conspiracy theorist Clark McClelland who had claimed to be a NASA veteran, has said that he saw a nine-foot alien on the space shuttle. «Zee News, Mar 15»
9
Political theorist Danielle Allen brings new ideas of equality to campus
Political theorist Danielle Allen shed a modern light on the Declaration of Independence Tuesday by analyzing the U.S. colonists' foundation for political equality ... «Madison.com, Mar 15»
10
Cui Bono? The Conspiracy Theorists!
In this case, the “[Indian] Hindu state” was blamed by many Muslim theorists. ... Basically, X (the conspiracy theorist) has “something to gain” from saying that Y ... «American Thinker, Jan 15»

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