postulated Definition
to suggest or assume the existence, fact, or truth of something as a basis for reasoning, discussion, or belief, often without sufficient evidence or proof.
Using postulated: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "postulated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The theory postulates that the universe is expanding.
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The author postulated a new interpretation of the data.
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The hypothesis was postulated on the basis of previous research.
postulated Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for postulated
Summary: postulated in Brief
The verb 'postulate' [ˈpɑːstʃəleɪtɪd] means to suggest or assume the existence, fact, or truth of something as a basis for reasoning, discussion, or belief, often without sufficient evidence or proof. It is commonly used in scientific research and academic writing, such as 'The theory postulates that the universe is expanding.' Synonyms include 'hypothesize,' 'presume,' and 'assume.'
