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US/ˌprɑː.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/
UK/ˌprɒp.əˈzɪʃ.ən/
an idea, offer or plan that is suggested; also a statement to think about or test
In context
Opening a café in this area is a risky proposition.
The investors liked his business proposition and agreed to meet again.
The book starts from the simple proposition that everyone can learn to draw.
Words that go with proposition
noun + noun
- value propositionEvery start-up needs a clear value proposition.
- business propositionHe came to me with an interesting business proposition.
adjective + noun
- attractive propositionFree housing makes the job an attractive proposition.
- different propositionTeaching adults is a different proposition from teaching children.
- tough propositionBeating the champions at their home ground is a tough proposition.
- risky propositionBuying a house right now is a risky proposition.
verb + noun
- put forward a propositionShe put forward a proposition to share the profits equally.