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Premise

Verb / ˈpremɪs / Another word for premise — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a statement or idea that forms the basis for a theory or argument

Synonyms & similar words

preface assumption premiss precede introduce assumption postulate presumption hypothesis supposition proposition thesis concept idea notion belief view opinion judgment conclusion deduction inference generalization fact truth

Synonyms by register

Formal

assumption postulate proposition axiom

Informal

idea point basis thing

Literary

foundation groundwork

Antonyms

conclusion result consequence outcome effect implication

Common collocations

  • major premise
  • minor premise
  • false premise
  • working premise
  • basic premise
  • underlying premise
  • on the premise

Word family

noun premise
verb premise

Usage note

As a noun, 'premise' often refers to a statement or idea that forms the basis for a conclusion or argument. As a verb, it means to base something on a particular idea or principle.

Example sentences

  1. The premise of the movie was that a group of friends traveled back in time to save the future.
  2. The premise of the debate was whether or not students should be required to wear uniforms.
  3. The premise of the book was that a young girl discovered she had magical powers.
  4. The police investigated the premise that the robbery was an inside job.
  5. The premise of the scientific study was to determine the effects of caffeine on the brain.

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