Synonyms of proposition

proposition

noun

ˌprä-pə-ˈzi-shən 

1

as in hypothesis

an idea that is the starting point for making a case or conducting an investigation

started the discussion with the simple proposition that no one ever does anything out of pure altruism

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hypothesis
• theory
• thesis
• premise
• assumption
• suggestion
• supposition
• guess
• proposal
• impression
• inference
• theorem
• presumption
• conjecture
• hunch
• notion
• suspicion
• concept
• speculation
• generalization
• concession
• presupposition
• conception
• construct
• surmise
• abstraction
• guesswork
• feeling
• proffer
• inkling

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• fact
• knowledge
• assurance
• certainty

2

as in proposal

something which is presented for consideration

a neighbor with a business proposition to tell us about

Synonyms & Similar Words

• proposal
• suggestion
• offer
• idea
• recommendation
• plan
• proffer
• motion
• strategy
• theory
• project
• presentation
• bid
• counterproposal
• arrangement
• nomination
• system
• countersuggestion
• overture
• notion
• thought
• advancement
• conception
• submission
• counteroffer
• tender
• game
• layout
• plot
• ground plan
• feeler
• line
• submittal

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of proposition

Then there are some low-profile propositions that are just mind-numbing. — Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026

The Bidding Process Booking business class outright can be an expensive proposition. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 12 Oct. 2026

The human/alien blend blends and helps to make this Skydance Animation production an entertaining proposition for adults and even their kids who get dragged to see it, rather than the usual other way around for ‘toons. — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2026

This proposition would allow California to continue funding state-run, essential services during fluctuations. — Sacbee.com, 9 Oct. 2026