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postulate
noun
verb
(logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning
Quick reference
Word Facts
- Word length
- 9
- Starts with
- P
- Ends with
- E
- Contains
- OSTULAT
- Scrabble score
- 11
- Database source
- OEWN 2025 Core
How it sounds
Pronunciation
ˈpɒstjʊlət
Meaning
Definitions
noun
(logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning
verb
take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom
“He posited three basic laws of nature”
verb
maintain or assert
“He contended that Communism had no future”
verb
require as useful, just, or proper
“It takes nerve to do what she did”
In context
Example Sentences
He posited three basic laws of nature
He contended that Communism had no future
It takes nerve to do what she did
success usually requires hard work
This job asks a lot of patience and skill
This position demands a lot of personal sacrifice
This dinner calls for a spectacular dessert
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