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

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

Frankel believes beauty has entered a new phase where clear value propositions matter more than buzzy marketing. — Gabby Shacknai, Forbes.com, 30 June 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

Tortorella has said himself multiple times that coaching in the regular season and postseason are very different propositions. — Jesse Granger, New York Times, 16 June 2026

While a bond to fund city hall construction was not put to a vote, other bond propositions were, and they were summarily shot down. — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2026