noun
proposal
A suggested plan or a request for agreement, including a request to marry.
The committee reviews her proposal to extend the library's hours.
Etymology
Proposal is formed from propose, to put something forward. It names the plan or request offered for another person's consideration and agreement.
More examples
- His marriage proposal takes her completely by surprise.
- We reject the proposal because it costs too much.
- My proposal is to meet halfway and share a ride.
Forms
proposal · proposals
propose verb — To suggest a plan or request agreement.
Similar words
- suggestion
- Often less formal and less detailed than a proposal.
- offer
- Emphasizes willingness to provide something rather than suggesting a plan.