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atomic theory vs theory

theory vs atomic theory

atomic theory and theory both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
atomic theory Yes No No No
theory Yes No No No
As nouns, theory is a hypernym of atomic theory; that is, theory is a word with a broader meaning than atomic theory:
  • atomic theory: (chemistry) any theory in which all matter is composed of tiny discrete finite indivisible indestructible particles
  • theory: a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
atomic theory (noun) theory (noun)
(chemistry) any theory in which all matter is composed of tiny discrete finite indivisible indestructible particles a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
a theory of the structure of the atom a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena
a belief that can guide behavior
Difference between atomic theory and theory

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