Postulate

Synonyms of postulate

• assume
• presuppose
• hypothesize

Antonyms of postulate

• deny
• refute
• disprove

Collocations of postulate

scientific theory

Frequency: 70 %

The postulate of this scientific theory has yet to be proven.

logical conclusion

Frequency: 60 %

Based on the evidence, the detective drew a logical conclusion.

fundamental principle

Frequency: 50 %

The postulate of democracy is a fundamental principle of our society.

mathematical theorem

Frequency: 45 %

The postulate of this mathematical theorem is the basis for the entire proof.

philosophical concept

Frequency: 40 %

The postulate of this philosophical concept raises many questions.

Idiomatic Expressions for postulate

• Phrase: postulate a theory
  Meaning: to propose or put forward a theory without evidence
  Usage: The scientist postulated a new theory to explain the phenomenon.