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Noun

IPA /haɪˈpɒθəsɪs/

A possible explanation that can be tested using evidence.

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My hypothesis was that the plant grew faster beside the window.

Adjective

IPA /ɪkˈstenjueɪtɪŋ/

Making a mistake or wrong action seem less serious because there is a special explanation.

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The club accepted the family emergency as an extenuating circumstance for his absence.

Noun

IPA /ˌræʃəˈnɑːl/

The reasons or principles that explain why someone has made a decision or chosen a course of action.

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She explained the rationale behind moving closer to her parents.

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