theorem

Etymology

From Greek θεώρημα (theōrēma). Something to be viewed or proved.

Etymology

Greek θεωρέω "to look at, consider."

Relation

Derived from axioms.

Origin

Greek θεώρημα. Mathematics, logic.

Meaning

A proposition derived logically from axioms. Requires proof.

Earliest use

Attested in OED.

Definition

A theorem. A proposition derived logically from axioms or existing theorems. Derived from axioms. Requires proof.