英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
Concerned with or based on theory rather than practical application.
"The idea remains largely theoretical without real-world evidence."
A person who develops, studies, or explains theories in a particular field.
"The political theorist explained the impact of democracy on social structures."
To form a theory or set of ideas to explain something.
"Scientists often theorize about the origins of the universe."
An explanation of an idea or principle based on facts, reasoning, and evidence.
"Einstein's theory of relativity changed the way we understand physics."
A religious or philosophical belief system that seeks direct knowledge of the mysteries of life and the divine.
"Theosophy attracted people interested in mysticism and spiritual growth."
Related to healing, treatment, or providing a beneficial effect on the body or mind.
"Yoga can have a therapeutic effect on stress and anxiety."
a person trained to provide treatment or counseling for physical or mental health
"The therapist helped him overcome his anxiety."
treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder
"She is receiving therapy for her injury."
in, at, or to that place or position
"We are going there tomorrow."
Approximately or around that place, amount, or time.
"The repairs will cost five hundred dollars or thereabout."
from that time on
"He moved to Canada and thereafter started a new life."
by that means; as a result of that
"She forgot to set the alarm, thereby missing her early flight."
For that or for it.
"He received payment and gave a receipt therefor."
in that place; in that respect
"The box contains many treasures, and therein lies its value."
of that; from that
"The contract and all amendments thereof must be signed."
to that; in addition to that
"The house and the garden attached thereto were sold."
immediately after that; following that event
"He finished his speech and thereupon left the stage."
together with that; in addition to that
"He handed me the contract and the pen therewith."
Related to heat or temperature.
"She wore a thermal jacket to stay warm in winter."
Stress caused by excessive heat that affects plant growth and development.
"High thermal stress affects plant growth."
A layer in a body of water in which temperature changes rapidly with depth.
"The thermocline separates warm surface water from cold deep water."
The process of heat production in living organisms, often associated with burning calories and energy expenditure.
"Spicy foods can enhance thermogenesis and calorie burning."
used to refer to things or people that are near or present
"These are my friends."
A long piece of writing on a particular subject, usually for a degree at a university.
"She spent two years writing her doctoral thesis."
An actor or actress; relating to drama or theater.
"The festival was filled with talented thespians from across the country."
used to refer to people or things previously mentioned or easily identified
"They are going to the park."
having a large distance between two sides; not thin
"The book was so thick it took weeks to finish."
a dense group of bushes or trees; a thick growth of shrubs
"The rabbit disappeared into the thicket."
in a thick manner; densely; heavily
"The forest was thickly wooded with tall pine trees."
The measure of how thick or dense something is
"The thickness of the book made it hard to carry."
a person who steals things from others
"The thief was caught stealing from the jewelry store."
the part of the leg between the hip and the knee
"He felt pain in his right thigh after running for an hour."
having little thickness or width
"She wore a thin scarf in the winter."
an object, idea, or matter that is being referred to or dealt with
"This is the thing I was looking for."
to use one's mind to consider or reason about something
"I think this is a great idea."
Capable of being imagined or conceived; possible to consider or believe
"It is hard to believe that such an outcome is even thinkable."
the process of considering or reasoning about something
"Her thinking was clear and precise."
constituting number three in a sequence
"She finished in third place."
feeling a need to drink; having a strong desire for something
"I am very thirsty after running in the heat."
equivalent to the number 30
"He is thirty years old."
used to refer to a person or thing that is close or near in space, time, or thought
"This is my favorite book."
covered with thorns; causing difficulty or trouble
"They faced a thorny issue during the negotiation."
complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial
"The report was thorough and well-researched."
a horse of pure and recognized breed; a person of good breeding or education
"The jockey rode a fast thoroughbred in the race."
a main road or public highway that goes through a place
"The new mall is located along the main thoroughfare."
carried out to the full extent; absolute and complete
"She is a thoroughgoing professional in every sense."
completely and carefully; in a detailed way
"Please clean the kitchen thoroughly before the guests arrive."
used to refer to people or things that are far away or distant in space, time, or thought
"Those are the shoes I want."
