posit

/ˈpɑzɪt/
verb
  1. To suggest or assume something as a fact or principle, especially as a basis for reasoning or discussion.
    • In her essay, she posits that happiness comes from within, not from material wealth.
    • Historians posit that the ancient city was destroyed by an earthquake.
    • The scientist posited that the planet might have once had liquid water.
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