proposition
Meaning
A proposition is a declarative statement that expresses a judgment or opinion, often serving as the foundational element in logical reasoning, philosophical discourse, or theoretical frameworks; it can also refer to a suggested course of action or a propo
💡 While "proposition" often implies a formal statement in academic contexts, it can also refer to informal suggestions or offers, which may lead to confusion in less formal discussions.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Olivia
stared
at
the
written
proposition
on
the
table
,
turning
the
idea
over
in
her
mind
.
Her
colleague
had
suggested
a
modest
change
to
their
weekly
routine
,
promising
it
would
improve
focus
and
reduce
confusion
.
Although
she
liked
the
logic
behind
the
suggestion
,
she
wanted
to
clarify
how
the
new
schedule
would
affect
deadlines
and
client
meetings
.
They
agreed
to
pilot
the
change
for
two
weeks
,
observing
the
results
before
committing
,
so
neither
person
felt
pressured
to
accept
immediately
.
By
the
end
of
the
month
they
would
evaluate
the
outcome
and
reach
a
reasoned
decision
based
on
concrete
evidence
rather
than
a
hasty
reaction
.
Common Phrases
logical proposition
counter-proposition
conditional proposition
Synonyms
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