POSTULATE
(noun, verb, adj.)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Postulate.
Postulate - as a noun
(logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
posit7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
proposition15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Postulate - as a verb
Maintain or assert
Example: "He contended that communism had no future"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contend10Take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom
Example: "He posited three basic laws of nature"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
posit7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
presuppose16suppose11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Postulate - as an adjective
Postulated.
Example Sentences
"One postulate of quantum mechanics is that particles can exist in multiple states simultaneously."
"Einstein's theory of relativity is based on the postulate that the laws of physics are the same in all inertial frames of reference."
"In Euclidean geometry, the first postulate is that a straight line can be drawn between any two points."
"One postulate in biology is that all cells come from pre-existing cells."
"The postulate of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed."
Word Game Points
Is POSTULATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, postulate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
POSTULATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is POSTULATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, postulate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPOSTULATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is POSTULATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, postulate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPOSTULATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
