Que signifie theory en anglais?

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theory Signification, définition

0 an explanation sb believes is true, although there is no proof -- théorie [ feminine ]
- My theory is that she’s secretly in love with you. Ma théorie est qu’elle t’aime en secret.
- a theory about who was behind the attack une théorie à propos de qui était derrière cette attaque
1 in science, an idea or set of ideas that attempt to explain how or why sth happens -- théorie [ feminine ]
- the theory of Evolution la théorie de l’évolution
2 all the ideas or rules on which a subject is based -- théorie [ feminine ]
- literary theory la théorie littéraire
3 an idea of the best way to do sth, which may be different from what happens in reality -- théorie [ feminine ]
- In theory, when rich people get richer, the rest of society should benefit. En théorie, quand les gens riches s’enrichissent, le reste de la société devrait en profiter.
4 an idea or explanation which has not yet been proved to be correct -- théorie
- There are many theories about the origin of life
- In theory, I agree with you, but it would not work in practice.
5 the main principles and ideas in an art, science etc as opposed to the practice of actually doing it -- théorie
- A musician has to study both the theory and practice of music.

I believe the theory is good, but it is not being applied particularly well.
So far, so good, as far as the theory goes.
The theory of comparative advantage teaches us that it is quite natural for a country to be ahead in certain sectors.
The theory is simpler than the practice.
My theory is as follows.
This is the out-dated 'shield' theory.