Feb 26, 2013 · The meaning of PROPOSE is to form or put forward a plan or intention. How to use propose in a sentence.

Someone proposed a motion to increase the membership fee to $500 a year. Critics of the president have been pouring scorn on the plan ever since it was first proposed.

PROPOSED definition: offered or suggested for consideration, acceptance, or action. See examples of proposed used in a sentence.

Definition of 'proposed' proposed in British English (prəˈpəʊzd ) adjective (of a plan, motion, etc) put forward for consideration or action

Definition of propose verb in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

1. To put forward for consideration, discussion, or adoption; suggest: propose a change in the law. 2. To recommend (a person) for a position, office, or membership; nominate. 3. To offer (a toast to be …

Nov 20, 2025 · Suggested or planned but not yet implemented. We discussed the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. She presented her research on the proposed merger between the two …

Using propose to refer to an offer of marriage was first recorded in the 1700s but the verb also has other meanings. It can mean to present for consideration or criticism, like proposing a four-day …

The chairman proposed the young executive as a candidate for promotion. She proposed [= (more commonly) nominated] her teacher for the award.

If you propose to someone, or propose marriage to them, you ask them to marry you. He had proposed to Isabel the day after taking his seat in Parliament. [VERB + to]