proposal

pro·pos·al

noun \prə-ˈpō-zəl\

Definition of PROPOSAL

1

: an act of putting forward or stating something for consideration

2

a : something proposed : suggestion b : offer; specifically : an offer of marriage

Examples of PROPOSAL

1. Everyone thought the proposal made sense.
2. The committee is reviewing the proposal for the new restaurant.
3. They put forth a proposal to sell the company.
4. These problems have led to the proposal of a new law.

First Known Use of PROPOSAL

circa 1640

Related to PROPOSAL

Synonyms: offer, proffer, proposition, suggestion

Related Words: counteroffer, counterproposal, countersuggestion; feeler, overture; motion; advancement, nomination, recommendation; bid, presentation, submission, submittal, tender; arrangement, game, ground plan, layout, line, plan, plot, project, strategy, system; conception, idea, notion, theory, thought

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Rhymes with PROPOSAL

deposal, disposal, reposal, supposal