proposition
word
Definition
A proposition is a formal suggestion, plan, or offer for people to consider. It can also mean a statement or idea, especially in logic or academic contexts, that can be discussed or judged as true or false.
Usage & Nuances
Often sounds formal and is common in business, law, philosophy, and academic writing. In everyday English, people more often say 'proposal', 'offer', or 'idea'. It can also appear in the phrase 'a business proposition', and in older or contextual use it may mean a suggestive offer.
Example Sentences
The company rejected our proposition.
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His proposition was easy to understand.
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She made a proposition at the meeting.
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At first, the whole proposition sounded risky, but the numbers made sense.
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It’s a simple proposition: lower prices, more customers.
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To be honest, that sounds less like a plan and more like a weird proposition.
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