central proposition

Frequency: 6.89.3 per million words

The main or most important idea in a theory or argument.

propositionADJECTIVE + NOUN

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central

Examples (10)

  • The central proposition of his theory was surprisingly simple.
  • Can you explain the central proposition of your research?
  • Her argument's central proposition was difficult to refute.
  • The book's central proposition challenges conventional wisdom.
  • Many philosophers debate the central proposition of free will.
  • The new policy's central proposition is increased public safety.
  • He failed to clearly articulate the central proposition of his speech.
  • This experiment aims to test the central proposition of the hypothesis.
  • Despite various criticisms, the central proposition remains valid.
  • We must first agree on the central proposition before discussing details.