fluctuation theorem

proper noun

A theorem dealing with the relative probability that the entropy of a system that is currently away from thermodynamic equilibrium (i.e. maximum entropy) will increase or decrease over a given amount of time.

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Meanings

proper nounthe fluctuation theorem
  1. A theorem dealing with the relative probability that the entropy of a system that is currently away from thermodynamic equilibrium (i.e. maximum entropy) will increase or decrease over a given amount of time.

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Synonyms & antonyms

proper nounA theorem dealing with the relative probability that the entropy of a system that is currently away from thermodynamic equilibrium (i.e. maximum entropy) will increase or decrease over a given amount of time.

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APA

fluctuation theorem. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/fluctuation%20theorem

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“fluctuation theorem.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/fluctuation%20theorem. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “fluctuation theorem,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/fluctuation%20theorem.

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