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propose Synonyms

Another word for propose

Choosing another word for propose depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To put forward an idea, plan, or theory for consideration or discussion by others.

Usage Example

"The committee will suggest a revised schedule at tomorrow's meeting."

Strongest
suggest
put forward
Strong
recommend
submit
present
offer
advance
propound

• verb (Context 2)

To make an offer of marriage to someone.

Usage Example

"He planned to pop the question to his partner during their vacation in Italy."

Strongest
pop the question

• verb (Context 3)

To intend or plan to do something.

Usage Example

"How do you intend to solve the budget shortfall before the end of the quarter?"

Strongest
intend
plan
Strong
mean
aim
purpose

• verb (Context 4)

To nominate someone for an elected office, membership, or honor, or to invite guests to drink a toast.

Usage Example

"She rose from her seat to nominate a toast to the retiring director."

Strongest
nominate
Strong
name
put up

Opposites of propose

The opposite of propose shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

withdraw
retract
withhold
reject
oppose
divorce
jilt
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• Nearby Words

proportionate
proportionately
proposal
propose
proposer
proposition
propound

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Propose. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/propose
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