Difference between Posit and Postulate

What is the difference between Posit and Postulate?

Posit as a noun is something that is posited; a postulate. while Postulate as a noun is something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument.

Posit

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Something that is posited; a postulate.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: Assume the existence of; to postulate. Propose for consideration or study; to suggest. Put (something somewhere) firmly.

Postulate

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument.A fundamental element; a basic principle.An axiom.A requirement; a prerequisite.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To assume as a truthful or accurate premise or axiom, especially as a basis of an argument.To appoint or request one's appointment to an ecclesiastical office.To request, demand or claim for oneself.

We hope you now know whether to use Posit or Postulate in your sentence.

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