Meaning & use
proposal
A formal suggestion or plan put forward for consideration, often in writing.
See it in a sentence
The committee reviewed several proposals before choosing a new logo design.
He nervously practiced his marriage proposal before the dinner date.
A note on using this word
Proposal commonly refers to a business or research plan, or specifically to a marriage proposal, depending on context.
Words with a similar meaning
plansuggestion
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