1.
different theory; dissenting view; alternative interpretation
A theory or opinion that differs from the mainstream or commonly accepted view. Often used in academic, historical, and scholarly discussions.
この問題には異説もある。
There are also dissenting views on this issue.
異説を唱える学者もいる。
There are scholars who propose alternative theories.
通説に対して有力な異説が提出され、議論が続いている。
A compelling alternative theory has been put forward against the accepted view, and the debate continues.
USAGE:
A compound of 異 (different, unusual) + 説 (theory, opinion). Used in academic and intellectual discussions to refer to a view that challenges the mainstream or established position.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 異説を唱える (to propose a dissenting theory)
- 異説がある (there are alternative views)
- 有力な異説 (a compelling alternative theory)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 通説: accepted/conventional theory — the mainstream view that 異説 challenges
- 異論: objection, dissent — focuses more on disagreement than on an alternative theory
- 新説: new theory — a freshly proposed idea, not necessarily opposing the mainstream