What does POSIT mean?

Parts of Speech

Posit is a verb.

Definitions

To posit means to assume or postulate something as a fact or truth without proof or evidence.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈpɑzɪt/
• UK: /ˈpɒzɪt/

Origin and Usage

The word posit originated from the Latin word "ponere," which means "to place." It was first used in English in the early 17th century. Posit is commonly used in academic and philosophical contexts to introduce a hypothesis or theory.

Synonyms

• Assume
• Presume
• Hypothesize
• Postulate
• Propose

Related Words

• Asset
• Topic
• Logic
• Proof
• Trust

Example Sentences

• The study posits that there is a correlation between social media use and depression.
• He posited that the universe is infinite and eternal.
• Without any evidence to support his claim, he posited that the earth is flat.