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Meaning of the word proposition in English

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proposition

US /ˌprɑː.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/
UK /ˌprɒp.əˈzɪʃ.ən/
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Noun

1.

a statement or assertion that expresses a judgment or opinion

Example:
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The scientist presented a new proposition about the origin of the universe.
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His latest book explores the proposition that art can change society.
Synonym:
assertion statement thesis hypothesis theory
2.

a plan or scheme, especially a business one

Example:
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The company received a lucrative proposition from an overseas investor.
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They are considering a new business proposition to expand into new markets.
Synonym:
proposal offer plan scheme deal
3.

a person or thing to be dealt with or considered

Example:
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Dealing with the new regulations is a tough proposition.
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He's a difficult proposition to work with.
Synonym:
matter issue challenge person thing

Verb

to make an offer or suggestion to someone

Example:
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He decided to proposition his boss for a raise.
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The agent propositioned the actor for a new movie role.
Synonym:
propose suggest offer submit
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