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articulate
speak clearly
hypothesis
Proposed explanation or theory
synthesize
Combine different elements into a unified whole
extrapolate
Departure from the standard or expected
methodology
Something abnormal or unusual
paradigm
Model or framework
scrutinize
Examine closely
substantiate
Provide evidence for
conjecture
Educated guess
rigorous
strict
corroborate
support with evidence
contentious
argumentative
cogent
compelling or convincing
empirical
based on observation
elucidate
clarify or explain
axiom
Self-evident truth
epistemology
Study of knowledge and how we know
vindicate
Prove correct or vindicate
refutation
soundbite
tenuous
short memorable phrase