Synonyms of propositions

propositions

noun

plural of proposition

1

as in hypotheses

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

• hypotheses
• theories
• premises
• assumptions
• theses
• proposals
• guesses
• suggestions
• notions
• theorems
• inferences
• impressions
• feelings
• presuppositions
• presumptions
• suppositions
• conjectures
• speculations
• generalizations
• suspicions
• concepts
• hunches
• abstractions
• conceptions
• concessions
• constructs
• guesswork
• surmises
• proffers
• inklings

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• facts
• assurances
• certainties
• knowledges

2

as in proposals

something which is presented for consideration

a neighbor with a business proposition to tell us about

Synonyms & Similar Words

• proposals
• suggestions
• offers
• recommendations
• ideas
• plans
• proffers
• strategies
• motions
• theories
• overtures
• bids
• counterproposals
• projects
• systems
• notions
• nominations
• presentations
• arrangements
• thoughts
• conceptions
• countersuggestions
• submissions
• counteroffers
• tender
• advancements
• games
• plots
• layouts
• feelers
• lines
• ground plans
• submittals

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of propositions

For European software giant SAP, this has translated into burgeoning interest in its business AI propositions. — Angelica Ang, Fortune, 29 July 2026

Rather than merely buying ad space during a broadcast, technology brands are starting to explore ways to align their core value propositions with the intrinsic mechanics of the sport. — Agung Dwi Sandi, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Bonta’s office is charged with setting the title and summary of potential propositions — a process that critics say can lead to biased phrasing. — Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 23 July 2026

The best midsize SUVs are family SUVs that are reliable, come with great standard features and have strong value propositions. — Charles Singh, USA Today, 16 July 2026

The deal included a 10-year moratorium on minimum wage propositions. — Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

The spring 2027 menswear collections this month, in Milan and Paris, served up plenty of thrilling new styling propositions. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 1 July 2026

The SteelWatch report described Nippon’s plan to capture carbon dioxide from its blast furnaces, or to reduce CO2 emissions by burning more hydrogen and less coal, as long-term propositions at best. — John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026

Pros & Cons Ergonomic mice can be frustrating propositions. — Sascha Brodsky, PC Magazine, 21 June 2026