posit
verb C2
Plain meaning
to suggest an idea as true or possible so it can be discussed
Exam-register meaning
to put forward a proposition, assumption, or theoretical claim
In context
naturalThe author posits that memory changes each time we recall an event.
examThe study posits a causal relationship between social trust and economic resilience.
Common collocations
posit a theoryposit a linkposit an explanation
Watch out
Posit is very formal; in everyday speech, use suggest or argue.
Word family
position (noun, related)proposition (noun, related)positing (verb/participle)