Cool MateProposition
UK /["/ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃn/"]/US /["/ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃn/"]/
Definition
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.
Examples
- 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.
Usage notes
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.
Collocations
- 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
- matter
Antonyms
- rejection
- dismissal
Common mistakes
- 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.