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posit

The term posit represents a powerful concept for communicating ideas and theories.

ℹ️ Part of speech

posit is a VERB.

🗣️ Pronunciation

posit is pronounced /ˈpɑː.zɪt/ or PAH-zit.

📚️ Definition

posit means to suggest something as a basic fact or principle from which a further idea is formed or developed. Example: to posit a theory.

📰 Examples

Here are some examples of posit in usage:

• The philosopher posited that all knowledge is derived from sensory experience.
• The research paper posits a correlation between sleep deprivation and decreased productivity.
• In his book, the author posits the idea that we are living in a simulated reality.

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posit most nearly means

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In which of the following sentences is the word posit used correctly?

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💁🏼 Tips!

Posit is commonly used in academic and theoretical contexts when someone is presenting a theory, idea, or hypothesis. It often connotes a sense of uncertainty, as the idea being posited may not be proven.

✅ Quiz answer/s

The correct answers are:

• E, propose.
• E, The scientist posits that climate change is largely due to human activities.

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