Synonyms for

Postulate

Verb / ˈpɑ:stʃʌˌleɪt / / ˈpɑ:stʃʌlʌt / Another word for postulate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to suggest or assume something as true or factual without proof

Synonyms & similar words

demand require necessitate need callfor obviate ask take posit involve contend assume presume hypothesize speculate propose imagine conjecture surmise theorize posit presuppose consider suppose guess infer estimate reckon judge deduce reason

Example sentences

  1. I can postulate that the sky is blue because of the way light interacts with the atmosphere.
  2. The detective had to postulate who the suspect was based on the evidence.
  3. Scientists often postulate theories before conducting experiments to test them.
  4. She postulated that the missing item was stolen by someone in the office.

Quotes

  • Let us postulate a society of philosophers...
  • To postulate anything at all is inevitably to expose oneself to criticism...
  • What is postulated is always a provisional theory...

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