posit

English definition

noun

1. (logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning

   Source: WordNet 3.0

verb

1. put (something somewhere) firmly

   • She posited her hand on his shoulder.
   • Deposit the suitcase on the bench.
   • Fix your eyes on this spot.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. put before

   • I submit to you that the accused is guilty.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom

   • He posited three basic laws of nature.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. To dispose or set firmly or fixedly; to place or dispose in relation to other objects.

   Source: Webster 1913