Cool MateProposal
UK /["/prəˈpəʊzl/"]/US /["/prəˈpəʊzl/"]/
Definition
a formal suggestion or plan; the act of making a suggestion
In simple words: A plan or idea that someone suggests to others.
Examples
- The committee reviewed the proposal for the new community park.
- Her proposal to improve the marketing strategy was well received.
- They submitted a proposal for a research grant to the funding agency.
- After much discussion, the proposal for the merger was voted down.
- His proposal included innovative solutions to reduce waste.
Usage notes
Used in both formal and informal contexts but more common in business or academic settings. Not typically used in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
make + proposal
Memory hint
Think of 'propose' as proposing a marriage, and 'proposal' as the written plan you give.
Collocations
- concrete
- detailed
- draft
- package
- set
- develop
- draft
- formulate
- proposal concerning
- proposal relating to
- proposal for
- marriage
- make
- get
- receive
- a proposal of marriage
Synonyms
- suggestion
- plan
- offer
- recommendation
- idea
Antonyms
- rejection
- dismissal
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'propose' — remember 'proposal' is the noun.
- Using 'proposal' as a verb — it’s only a noun.
- Mixing up the contexts — proposals are usually serious plans, not casual suggestions.