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propose

[ pruh-pohz ]

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verb (used with object)

proposed, proposing.

to offer or suggest (a matter, subject, case, etc.) for consideration, acceptance, or action:
to propose a new method.
Synonyms: counsel, suggest, tender, offer, proffer
Antonyms: withdraw
to offer (a toast).
to suggest:
He proposed that a messenger be sent.
to present or nominate (a person) for some position, office, membership, etc.
Synonyms: nominate, name
to put before oneself as something to be done; design; intend.
Synonyms: plan, aim
to present to the mind or attention; state.
Synonyms: posit, pose
to propound (a question, riddle, etc.).

verb (used without object)

proposed, proposing.

to make an offer or suggestion, especially of marriage.
to form or consider a purpose or design.

propose

/ prəˈpəʊz /

verb

when tr, may take a clause as object to put forward (a plan, motion, etc) for consideration or action
tr to nominate, as for a position
tr to plan or intend (to do something)
I propose to leave town now
tr to announce the drinking of (a toast) to (the health of someone, etc)
introften foll byto to make an offer of marriage (to someone)

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Derived Forms

proˈposable, adjective
proˈposer, noun

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Other Words From

pro·pos·a·ble adjective
pro·pos·er noun
mis·pro·pose verb misproposed misproposing
re·pro·pose verb reproposed reproposing
un·pro·pos·a·ble adjective
un·pro·pos·ing adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of propose¹

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English, from Middle French proposer ( pro- ¹, pose ¹ ), by association with derivatives of Latin prōpositus, past participle of prōpōnere “to set forth;” See propositus

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Word History and Origins

Origin of propose¹

C14: from Old French proposer, from Latin prōpōnere to display, from pro- ¹+ pōnere to place

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Synonym Study

See intend.

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Example Sentences

Speaking at the White House following Putin's remarks, Trump said he would "love" to meet the Russian leader and that he hoped Russia would "do the right thing" and agree to the proposed 30-day truce.

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Prime Minister Tusk called for further increases in Polish defence spending and proposed that Poland should consider reaching for "opportunities related to nuclear weapons."

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Last week, Trump said the letter proposed talks on a deal that would prevent Iran acquiring nuclear weapons and avert possible military action.

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New images for a proposed £140m revamp of Cardiff Central railway station have been released.

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The latest initiative comes after the FDA proposed a new requirement in January to include nutrition labels on the front of packaged foods and drinks.

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