Propose Definition

propose
verb
  1. make a proposal, declare a plan for something; "the senator proposed to abolish the sales tax"
  2. present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc.; "He proposed a new plan for dealing with terrorism"; "She proposed a new theory of relativity"
  3. propose or intend; "I aim to arrive at noon"
  4. put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position; "The President nominated her as head of the Civil Rights Commission"
  5. ask (someone) to marry you; "he popped the question on Sunday night"; "she proposed marriage to the man she had known for only two months"; "The old bachelor finally declared himself to the young woman"

"Propose" in song lyrics

See how propose is used in real songs:

  • "so what do you propose"
    Clika 1 f/ Doomsday — Day of the Dead
  • "And I'm down for going blow for blow if that's what you propose"
    Homeboy Sandman — Lightening Bolt. Lightening Rod.
  • "How many ten point plans, we propose"
    Inspectah Deck f/ Cormega — Born Survivor

Words that rhyme with propose

Usage tips for "propose"

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