Propose

/pɹəˈpəʊz/ · verb

Meaning

(transitive) To suggest a plan, course of action, etc..

Definitions by Sense

1. (transitive) To suggest a plan, course of action, etc.
2. (intransitive, sometimes followed by to) To ask for a person's hand in marriage.
3. (transitive) To intend.
4. (obsolete) To talk; to converse.
5. (obsolete) To set forth.
6. (obsolete) An objective or aim.

Example Sentences

I propose going to see a film.

to propose an alliance

to propose a question for discussion

President Moon Jae-in proposed the plan this week during a meeting with government officials, his spokesman said.

“The Budget proposes eliminating Supporting Effective Instruction (SEI) State Grants (Title II State grants), a program that provides formula funds to States to improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other schools leaders. SEI grants are poorly targeted and funds are spread too thinly to have a meaningful impact on student outcomes.

He proposed to her last night and she accepted him.

After the death of his [Verney's] first wife, he proposed to Florence Nightingale but she refused him. Later he married her sister, and for many years Claydon was Miss Nightingale's second home.

He proposes to set up his own business.

Synonyms for propose

Antonyms for propose

Related Words

Word Forms

• proposes
• proposing
• proposed

Usage Notes

Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.

Practice and Learn More

Frequently Asked Questions