Meaning & use

proposal

noun·Academic

A formal suggestion or plan put forward for consideration, often in writing.

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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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