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Propose

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

Definition

to suggest or put forward for consideration or acceptance

Synonyms & similar words

suggest offer project purpose purport nominate declareoneself popthequestion advise aim suggest offer present submit advance proffer recommend advise move introduce table propound urge promote advocate champion espouse

Synonyms by register

Formal

suggest submit advocate tender

Informal

suggest pop the question ask offer

Literary

advance put forth offer

Antonyms

reject refuse decline oppose disapprove veto

Common collocations

  • propose marriage
  • propose a plan
  • propose a solution
  • propose a toast
  • propose legislation
  • propose an idea
  • propose a theory

Word family

noun proposal
verb propose
adjective proposable

Usage note

When proposing marriage, it is often referred to informally as 'popping the question'. 'Propose' can also mean to suggest a plan or idea.

Example sentences

  1. He proposed to his girlfriend on Valentine's Day.
  2. I propose that we have a bake sale to raise money for charity.
  3. She proposed a new idea for the project.
  4. The company proposed a merger with their competitor.
  5. He proposed a toast to the newlyweds.

Quotes

  • I'm going to propose a toast.
  • All great things are simple, and many can be expressed in a single word: freedom, justice, honor, duty, mercy, hope.
  • The best way to propose to a girl is to carry her on a boat and say, 'Will you marry me?'. And that's how I proposed.

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