postulate

• 名词，指被当作真理接受而无须证明的陈述或假设，常用作逻辑推理或理论的基础。

A noun referring to a proposition or assumption that is accepted as true without proof, often used as a foundational basis for logical reasoning or a theory.

1. Fundamental assumptionC1formal

   A proposition or statement that is assumed to be true without proof, serving as a basis for reasoning or argument.

   基本假设

   • Euclid's fifth postulate is a famous example in geometry.
   • The theory is built on the postulate that all people are rational actors.
   • In logic, a postulate must be accepted before a system can be developed.

   同义词assumptionaxiomhypothesispremisepresuppositionsupposition

   反义词certaintyconclusiondeductionfactfindinginferenceproofresult

• 动词，指在没有充分证据的情况下假定某事物的存在、事实或真实性，并以此作为推理、讨论或论证的基础。

A verb used to suggest or assume the existence, fact, or truth of something as a basis for reasoning, discussion, or belief.

1. Maintain or assertC1formal

   To claim or state something as true, especially as a basis for reasoning or argument.

   假定

   • The philosopher postulated that all knowledge comes from experience.
   • Scientists postulate the existence of dark matter based on gravitational effects.
   • She postulated a new theory about the origin of the universe.

   同义词advanceaffirmassertassumeaveravowclaimcontendmaintainpositpresupposeproposeput forwardstate

2. Assume as a givenC1formal

   To accept something as true or as a necessary starting point for further reasoning.

   假定

   • In geometry, we postulate certain axioms before proving theorems.
   • The argument postulates that human nature is fundamentally good.
   • They postulated a constant rate of change to simplify the calculation.

   同义词assumepositpremisepresupposesuppose

   反义词denydisprovedoubtrefutereject

3. Require as useful or properC2formal

   To demand or require something as necessary or appropriate in a given context.

   要求

   • The job postulates a high level of expertise in the field.
   • The new regulations postulate stricter safety measures.
   • His position postulates a deep understanding of the subject matter.

   同义词call fordemandnecessitaterequirestipulate

   反义词denydisallowforbidrefusereject