noun
- a statement or assertion that expresses a judgment or opinion
- a suggested scheme or plan of action, especially in business
- a theorem or problem to be demonstrated or performed
Usage: mathematics; logic
verb
- to make a proposal to someone, especially of sexual nature
Usage: informal
Examples
- The basic proposition of the theory is that all matter is made of atoms.
- The business proposition seemed too risky for most investors.
- She presented a compelling proposition for expanding the company overseas.
- In geometry class, we learned to prove various propositions about triangles.
- The committee will vote on the proposition next week.
- He was propositioned by a stranger at the bar.
- The mayor’s proposition to build a new park gained widespread support.