Predication is a formalsuitable for serious, official, or academic situations word used in logicthe study of correct reasoning and valid arguments for a statement or propositionan idea or claim that can be discussed or tested that is taken as a starting point for an argument. It is not a common everyday word, so it mainly appears in academic or technical writing.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˌprɛd.ɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Easy pronunciation: pred-i-KAY-shun (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress is on the third syllable, KAY.
Logic sense: a statement accepted as the basis for reasoning or argument.
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Predication Meaning
a basic statement used to start an argument or proof
Part of speech: noun
Definition: In logic, a statement accepted as a basis for reasoning or argument.
Example: The debate was built on a predication that everyone in the room accepted.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- postulation — A close match in logic: something assumed or put forward as the basis for argument.
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Predication Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- postulation
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes confuse predication with prediction, but they are different words.
- Predication is not the same as predicate in grammar, although the words are related.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does predication mean?
Predication means a statement or assumption used as the basis for reasoning, especially in logic.
What is a simple synonym for predication?
Postulation is the closest synonym in this sense.
Is predication a common word?
No. It is mainly used in formal or academic contexts, especially in logic.
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