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premise

[prem-is] / ˈprɛm ɪs /
NOUN
hypothesis, argument
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assertion assumption basis ground presumption proposition thesis
STRONG
evidence posit postulate postulation presupposition proof supposition
WEAK
apriorism
Antonyms
STRONGEST
denial reality rejection
WEAK
fact truth
VERB
hypothesize
Synonyms
STRONG
announce assume begin commence introduce posit postulate predicate presume presuppose start state suppose
Antonyms
STRONG
calculate complete conclude die disbelieve end finish stop
WEAK
be factual

Example Sentences

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A quietly brilliant premise, and a film no one has ever really made, despite the “hag” title perfectly primed for a tale of sick fixation.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

While it may seem like an unusual premise, the original game from 2021 has sold more than 17 million copies.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Carlson briefly conceded the point—“I wouldn’t disagree”—but quickly returned to his initial premise.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

I disagreed with the premise of the symposium and declined.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

This story revolved around the premise of creating a utopia where everyone is treated fairly and is completely equal.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.