Posit

/ˈpɑːzɪt/

verb

To suggest something as a basic fact or principle that people can agree on to start a discussion.

The theory posits that social change can be achieved through awareness and education.

Formal

Academic

Definition 1 of 1

Pro Tip 1/3

Use 'posit' when presenting the initial idea that sparks a conversation or argument.

Let's posit that budget is not a constraint and explore all possible solutions.

Pro Tip 2/3

'Posit' is often used in academic or intellectual discussions and has a formal tone.

Researchers posit a link between diet and cognitive function.

Pro Tip 3/3

Positing something implies asking others to accept it temporarily for the sake of argument.

If we posit that the data is accurate, then the conclusion is inescapable.

advanceassertclaimcontendpostulatepresumeproposesuggestibility

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