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proposed

/pɹəˈpəʊzd/

Meanings
  • verb

    Put forward as a proposal or suggestion

  • verb

    Make a formal proposal for marriage


Pronunciation
  1. /pɹəˈpoʊzd/



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Synonyms

forthput , put forth , suggest
Rhymes
Words rhyming with proposed
proposes , hopes , mopes , scopes
Homophones
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  1. propose (French) : to offer, propose

  2. prose () : plain, unrhymed writing


Variants
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propose , proposed , proposer , proposers , proposes , proposing
Forms
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proposes, proposing, proposed, proposable


Etymology
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From Old French proposer, from propozer, to offer, propose, from propos, a proposal, offer, from pro- 'for' + ponere 'to put'


Trivia
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  1. The word 'proposed' comes from the Latin word 'ponere', which means 'to put'.

  2. In ancient Rome, a proposal was made by placing a small clay tablet, called a 'papyrus', in a special urn.

  3. The word 'propose' is often used interchangeably with the word 'suggest'.

  4. In mathematics, a proposition is a statement that can be proved or disproved using logical reasoning.


Related Concepts
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  1. proposition: A statement or offer made for consideration

  2. proposal: A formal offer or plan, especially one made in writing


Culture
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In literature, 'proposed' has been used to describe the act of proposing a marriage, a business deal, or a plan. In art, there are paintings depicting the moment of proposing, often with romantic undertones. In music, there are songs about proposing and being proposed to.

How to Memorize "proposed"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person getting down on one knee and presenting a ring to their loved one. Visualize the joy and excitement on both their faces.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'proposed' with the idea of making an offer or suggestion.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Propose: Putting Offerings On Paper'.


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