postulat

Definitions of postulat
  1. noun
    (logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning
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    types:
    assomption, prémisse, supposition
    a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn
    condition, stipulation
    an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else
    type of:
    proposition, suggestion
    (logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false
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