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proposition

UK
/ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/
US
/ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃən/

Translations

propositionnoun
propositions
pl
UK
/ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃən/
US
/ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
The company made a business proposition to the investors.
Компания сделала предложение инвесторам.
The proposition that all men are created equal is fundamental to democracy.
Утверждение, что все люди созданы равными, является основополагающим для демократии.
Additional translations
тезис
положение
предположение
Synonyms
motion
recommendation
thesis
proposal
suggestion
offer
plan
idea
propositionverb
propositioned
Past Simple
propositioned
Past Participle
propositioning
Gerund
UK
/ˌprɒp.əˈzɪʃ.ən/
US
/ˌprɑː.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/
He decided to proposition her with a business deal.
Он решил предложить ей деловое предложение.
Synonyms
invite
ask
come on to
make advances to
tender
solicit
offer up
pitch
advance
broach
put forward
submit
proffer
present
offer
suggest
propose
propositionadjective
UK
/ˌprɒp.əˈzɪʃ.ən/
US
/ˌprɑː.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/
Used attributively before another noun, as in 'proposition bet', to denote relation to a proposition or statement.

Definitions

propositionnoun
A statement or assertion that expresses a judgment or opinion.
The proposition that all men are created equal is a fundamental principle of democracy.
A suggested scheme or plan of action, especially in a business context.
The board considered the new business proposition during the meeting.
In mathematics or logic, a statement that can be either true or false.
The proposition 'all squares are rectangles' is true.
An offer of sexual relations, especially one that is made in a direct or inappropriate manner.
She was uncomfortable with his proposition and declined politely.
An enterprise or undertaking considered in terms of its likely success, difficulty, or attractiveness.
Running a restaurant can be a risky proposition in a small town.
propositionverb
To make a proposal or suggestion to someone, especially of a sexual nature.
He was nervous about propositioning her at the party.
propositionadjective
Relating to or concerned with a proposition or statement, especially in logic or gambling contexts.
A proposition bet is a wager on a very specific outcome.
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