What is another word for postulate?
Pronunciation: [pˈɒst͡ʃʊlˌe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Postulate is a verb that means to suggest or propose something as a basis for further discussion or investigation. There are several synonyms for the word postulate, including hypothesize, posit, theorize, propose, conjecture, and suppose. Hypothesize refers to forming an assumption or predicting something based on limited evidence or theory. Posit implies stating something as a fact or taking it as a starting point, while theorize involves developing a theory based on evidence. Propose suggests presenting an idea for consideration, while conjecture implies making a guess or estimation. Finally, suppose refers to assuming something to be true without evidence. All of these synonyms share a sense of speculation or assumption.
