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theoretical methods
[/ˌθɪəˈrɛtɪkəl ˈmɛθədz/]
noun
pl: theoretical methods
métodos teóricos
1.
Approaches and procedures based on theoretical principles rather than practical application or empirical observation
The research relies on theoretical methods to analyze the data.
A pesquisa utiliza métodos teóricos para analisar os dados.
2.
Academic or scholarly techniques employed in studying abstract concepts and principles
Theoretical methods in philosophy differ greatly from experimental ones.
Os métodos teóricos em filosofia diferem muito dos experimentais.
Synonyms
abstract methods
conceptual approaches
analytical techniques
academic methods
Antonyms
practical methods
empirical methods
experimental methods
applied methods
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
métodos teóricos
Standard usage in academic and scientific contexts
São Paulo
métodos teóricos
Common in universities and research institutions
Portugal
métodos teóricos
Standard usage, sometimes emphasized as 'abordagens teóricas'
Related Idioms & Phrases
in theory
theoretically speaking
based on theory
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