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Definitions of postulate in various dictionaries:
noun - (logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning
verb - maintain or assert
verb - take as a given
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| To assume or assert the truth, reality, or necessity of, especially as a basis of an argument. |
| To assume as a premise or axiom take for granted. See Synonyms at presume. |
| Something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument: "the postulate that there is little moral difference between the superpowers ( Henry A. Kissinger). |
| A fundamental element a basic principle. |
| Mathematics An axiom. |
| A requirement a prerequisite. |
| Postulate description |
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| An axiom or postulate is a statement that is taken to be true, to serve as a premise or starting point for further reasoning and arguments. The word comes from the Greek axíma () 'that which is thought worthy or fit' or 'that which commends itself as evident.'The term has subtle differences in definition when used in the context of different fields of study. As defined in classic philosophy, an axiom is a statement that is so evident or well-established, that it is accepted without controversy or question. As used in modern logic, an axiom is simply a premise or starting point for reasoning.As used in mathematics, the term axiom is used in two related but distinguishable senses: "logical axioms" and "non-logical axioms". Logical axioms are usually statements that are taken to be true within the system of logic they define (e.g., (A and B) implies A), often shown in symbolic form, while non-logical axioms (e.g., a + b = b + a) are actually substantive assertions about the elements of th |