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The past tense form of 'posit' is posited. Example: He posited a theory that challenged the existing beliefs. (He posited a theory that challenged the existing beliefs.)
Definition of “posit”
- to assume or affirm the existence of something
- to assert or declare positively
- to put in a positive or favorable light
Tense sentence structure and examples:
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Past Simple | posited |
| Past Continuous | positing |
| Past Perfect | posited |
Example
He posited a solution to the problem.
Example
The scientist posited a hypothesis for further investigation.
Example
At that time, she was positing alternative explanations.
Example
I wasn't positing any assumptions.
Example
By the end of the debate, he had posited several arguments.
Example
She had posited a different perspective before the meeting started.
