proposition
noun
Definitions of proposition noun
- C1Countable
A formal offer or suggestion, typically in a business context.
He contacted me last week with a business proposition that he thought I might find appealing.
I have submitted my proposition to the company's head for their consideration.
We are currently evaluating this new proposition for collaboration.
- Countable
A statement of an idea or opinion.
They are debating the proposition that 'all people are born equal'.
He presented some new propositions regarding the issue.
The proposition behind this plan is commendable.
- Countablemathematicsspecialized
A statement that needs to be solved or proven, typically in mathematics or logic.
The Pythagorean theorem is a mathematical proposition stating that in any right-angled triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.
This geometric proposition requires a detailed proof.
He posited an interesting logical proposition.
- Countablepoliticsspecialized
In the US, a plan or measure proposed for the approval of voters within a state.
He introduced a state proposition, but it did not pass.
Under Proposition 65, the state will prohibit the sale of products containing harmful chemicals.
The voters will vote on this new state proposition.
verb
Definitions of proposition verb
- Transitive
To suggest a sexual encounter to someone you are not in a relationship with.
A complete stranger propositioned me for sex.
At the bar, she was propositioned inappropriately by a stranger.
He was arrested for propositioning a minor online.