posit

verb pos·it \ˈpä-zət\

: to suggest (something, such as an idea or theory) especially in order to start a discussion

pos·it·ed \ˈpä-zə-təd, ˈpäz-təd\ pos·it·ing \ˈpä-zə-tiŋ, ˈpäz-tiŋ\

Full Definition of POSIT

transitive verb

: to dispose or set firmly : fix

: to assume or affirm the existence of : postulate

: to propose as an explanation : suggest

See posit defined for English-language learners

Latin positus, past participle of ponere

First Known Use: 1647

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