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ruling theory

[ˈruːlɪŋ ˈθɪəri]
nounpl: ruling theories
teoria dominante
1. A widely accepted or prevailing theory in a particular field of study or discipline that is considered authoritative or standard at a given time
The ruling theory in physics for decades was Newton's law of gravitation before Einstein's relativity.
A teoria dominante na física por décadas foi a lei da gravitação de Newton antes da relatividade de Einstein.
2. The most influential or controlling theoretical framework that guides research, practice, or thinking in an academic or professional field
The ruling theory in psychology shifted from behaviorism to cognitive approaches.
A teoria dominante em psicologia mudou do behaviorismo para abordagens cognitivas.
Synonyms
prevailing theorydominant theorymainstream theoryestablished theoryaccepted theory
Antonyms
marginal theoryfringe theoryrejected theoryalternative theory

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
teoria dominante
Standard usage in academic and scientific contexts
Portugal
teoria predominante
Also used interchangeably with 'teoria dominante' in Portuguese academic discourse

Related Idioms & Phrases

the ruling theory of the day
challenge the ruling theory
overthrow the ruling theory
in accordance with ruling theory
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