POSTULATES
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Postulates.
Postulates - 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)
Postulates - 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)
Example Sentences
"One of the postulates of quantum mechanics is that particles can exist in multiple states simultaneously."
"Euclid's postulates form the foundation of plane geometry."
"One of the postulates of the theory of relativity is that the laws of physics are the same in all inertial frames of reference."
"One of the postulates of classical economics is that individuals act rationally to maximize their self-interest."
"One of the postulates of the Big Bang theory is that the universe began as a singularity."
Word Game Points
Is POSTULATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, postulates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
POSTULATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is POSTULATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, postulates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPOSTULATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is POSTULATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, postulates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPOSTULATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
