premise
Definition
- n. a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn
- v. set forth beforehand, often as an explanation
- v. take something as preexisting and given
Word forms
- Past participle
- premised
- Past tense
- premised
- Present participle
- premising
- Third person singular
- premises
Example sentences
n.
The success of the project is based on the premise that everyone will work together.
vt.
The teacher premised the discussion by sharing some interesting facts about the topic.
vi.
Before we can make a decision, we need to premise our arguments on solid evidence.