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postulate

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3 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
3syllables

postulate

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postulate is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, postulate is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofpostulate

1noun
  • Something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument. Sometimes distinguished from axioms as being relevant to a particular science or context, rather than universally true, and following from other axioms rather than being an absolute assumption.
  • A fundamental element; a basic principle.
  • An axiom.
  • A requirement; a prerequisite.
1verb
  • To assume as a truthful or accurate premise or axiom, especially as a basis of an argument.
  • To appoint or request one's appointment to an ecclesiastical office.
  • To request, demand or claim for oneself.
1adjective
  • Postulated.
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