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Proposition meaning

What does “proposition” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“proposition” is a noun and verb with 6 meanings. Its most common meaning is: (logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false.

proposition

noun

  1. (logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false

  2. a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection

    “it was a suggestion we couldn't refuse”

    Synonymssuggestionproffer

  3. an offer for a private bargain (especially a request for sexual favors)

  4. the act of making a proposal

    “they listened to her proposal”

    Synonymsproposal

  5. a task to be dealt with

    “securing adequate funding is a time-consuming proposition”

verb

  1. suggest sex to

    “She was propositioned by a stranger at the party”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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