postulate

adjective

1. Postulated.

noun

1. (logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning

Similar word(s): posit

Definition categories: communication, proposition

verb

1. maintain or assert

Similar word(s): contend

Definition categories: communication, claim

2. take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom

Similar word(s): posit

Definition categories: cognition, presuppose, suppose

3. require as useful, just, or proper

- This intervention does not postulate a patient's consent

Similar word(s): ask, demand, involve, necessitate, need, require, take

Definition categories: stative