premise
noun
Definitions of premise noun
- Countable(可数名词)
An idea or theory that forms the basis for a statement or action.
（作为先决条件的）假定；前提
The concept was introduced based on the premise that all citizens should have equal rights.
这个概念是基于所有公民都应享有平等权利的前提而提出的。
Their business model is built on the premise that the customer is always right.
他们的商业模式建立在顾客永远是对的这一前提之上。
The initial premise of the study was that early intervention could significantly improve outcomes.
这项研究的初始前提是早期干预可以显著改善结果。
verb
Definitions of premise verb
- Transitive(及物动词)
To base a theory, argument, etc., on an idea, thought, or belief.
假定…为先决条件；以…为前提
He premised his argument on an outdated data set.
他的论点基于一个过时的数据集。
The project is premised on our ability to complete all steps on time.
该项目基于我们能够按时完成所有步骤的前提。
The policy is premised on the idea that providing more resources will reduce crime.
该政策基于提供更多资源将减少犯罪的想法。