C1noun 3K

Proposition

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Proposition

an idea or a plan of action that is suggested, especially in business

In simple words: An idea or suggestion that is put forward for others to think about.

Proposition in a sentence

• The company's proposition to expand into new markets was met with enthusiasm by the board.
• She received a business proposition that could significantly increase her income.
• In mathematics, the proposition states that the sum of the angles in a triangle is 180 degrees.
• The simplest proposition in logic must be either true or false.
• They rejected the proposition to reduce working hours despite the potential benefits.
• His proposition to collaborate on the project helped secure the funding.

How to use Proposition

Commonly used in business, philosophy, and formal discussions. Less suitable in casual conversations unless referring to an informal suggestion.

Grammar pattern

make + proposition

Memory hint

Think of 'prop' as something you 'pose' — you are posing an idea.

Related words

Collocations with Proposition

• attractive
• tempting
• win-win
• put to somebody
• consider
• accept
• difficult
• tough
• tricky
• basic
• central
• fundamental
• set
• advance
• express
• put forward
• concern something
• relate to something
• proposition about

Synonyms for Proposition

• matter

Opposites of Proposition

• rejection
• dismissal

Common mistakes with Proposition

• Confusing 'proposition' with 'proposal' — 'proposal' is often more formal.
• Using it incorrectly in phrases like 'the proposition of' instead of 'the proposition for'.
• Assuming it only refers to romantic proposals.

Frequently asked questions about Proposition

What does Proposition mean?

An idea or suggestion that is put forward for others to think about.

What is the definition of Proposition?

an idea or a plan of action that is suggested, especially in business

How do you use Proposition in a sentence?

The company's proposition to expand into new markets was met with enthusiasm by the board.

Can you give another example of Proposition?

She received a business proposition that could significantly increase her income.

What are synonyms for Proposition?

Common alternatives include matter.

What is the opposite of Proposition?

Opposite meanings include rejection, dismissal.

What words go with Proposition?

It commonly pairs with attractive, tempting, win-win, put to somebody, consider, accept, difficult, tough, tricky, basic, central, fundamental, set, advance, express, put forward, concern something, relate to something, proposition about.

What are common mistakes when using Proposition?

Confusing 'proposition' with 'proposal' — 'proposal' is often more formal. Using it incorrectly in phrases like 'the proposition of' instead of 'the proposition for'. Assuming it only refers to romantic proposals.

How do you pronounce Proposition?

US: /["/ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Proposition?

Commonly used in business, philosophy, and formal discussions. Less suitable in casual conversations unless referring to an informal suggestion.

What CEFR level is Proposition?

"Proposition" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.