proposed

word · lemma: propose

/pɹəˈpoʊzd/
pruh-POHZD
/pɹəpˈəʊzd/
pruh-POHZD

Definition

Suggested or formally put forward for people to consider, discuss, or decide on. It can describe plans, changes, laws, or solutions that are not final yet.

Usage & Nuances

Often used before nouns: 'the proposed plan', 'the proposed law', 'the proposed changes'. It is common in formal, academic, business, and news English. Don't confuse it with 'proposal' (the noun) or only the marriage meaning of 'propose'.

Example Sentences

We talked about the proposed changes at school.

basic

The proposed plan looks good to me.

basic

They rejected the proposed law.

basic

After looking at the budget, the proposed price increase doesn't seem realistic.

natural

A lot of people are worried about the proposed cuts to public services.

natural

I'm okay with the proposed schedule, but we may need a longer lunch break.

natural