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theoretical methods

[/ˌθɪəˈrɛtɪkəl ˈmɛθədz/]
nounpl: 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 methodsconceptual approachesanalytical techniquesacademic methods
Antonyms
practical methodsempirical methodsexperimental methodsapplied 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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