postulate

verb

To assume as a truthful or accurate premise or axiom, especially as a basis of an argument.

Scientists postulate that the universe is expanding.

意味（1）

To assume as a truthful or accurate premise or axiom, especially as a basis of an argument.

意味（2）

(transitive, intransitive, Christianity, historical) To appoint or request one's appointment to an ecclesiastical office.

意味（3）

(transitive, intransitive, obsolete) To request, demand or claim for oneself.