Proposing: meaning, definitions and examples

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proposing

 

[ prəˈpoʊzɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

suggesting an idea

Proposing refers to the act of putting forward an idea or plan for consideration or discussion by others. It often involves suggesting a course of action, a new project, or a proposal for a specific goal. Proposals can be made in various contexts, including business meetings, academic settings, or personal relationships. The effectiveness of a proposal typically hinges on its clarity and the relevance of the suggestions to the audience's needs and interests.

Synonyms

advocating, offering, presenting, recommending, suggesting.

Examples of usage

  • She is proposing a new marketing strategy.
  • He spent hours proposing his ideas to the committee.
  • They are proposing changes to the current policy.

Translations

Translations of the word "proposing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 propondo

🇮🇳 प्रस्तावित करना

🇩🇪 vorschlagend

🇮🇩 mengusulkan

🇺🇦 пропонуючи

🇵🇱 proponując

🇯🇵 提案している

🇫🇷 proposant

🇪🇸 proponiendo

🇹🇷 önererek

🇰🇷 제안하는

🇸🇦 يقدم اقتراحًا

🇨🇿 navrhující

🇸🇰 navrhujúci

🇨🇳 提议

🇸🇮 predlagajoč

🇮🇸 fyrirhuga

🇰🇿 ұсыныс жасаушы

🇬🇪 წარმოდგენით

🇦🇿 təklif edən

🇲🇽 proponiendo

Etymology

The word 'propose' stems from the Latin 'proponere', which means 'to put forth' or 'to set before'. The components of the term are 'pro-', meaning 'before', and 'ponere', meaning 'to place'. It evolved through Old French as 'proposer' before entering Middle English as 'propose'. Originally, it was used in formal contexts to indicate the offering of ideas, plans, or requests. Over the centuries, its usage has broadened to encompass informal and everyday situations where suggestions or plans are shared. In contemporary language, 'proposing' is often associated with significant life events, such as marriage proposals, but is equally valid in business and academic settings.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,253 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.