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Synonyms of proposal

10 similar words

Another word for proposal is project. Other synonyms of proposal are plan, proposition, scheme, overture and plot.

Synonyms and similar words for proposal

nounA scheme or design.

  • overtureAn approach or proposal made to initiate communication, establish a relationship etc.
  • proffer
  • propositionThe act of offering (an idea) for consideration.
  • plotA plan; a purpose.
  • blueprint informal
  • design
  • planA set of intended actions, usually mutually related, through which one expects to achieve a goal.
  • projectA planned endeavor, usually with a specific goal and accomplished in several steps or stages.
  • schemeA systematic plan of future action.

nounThe offer by a party of what they have in view as to an intended business transaction, which, with...

  • tenderAny offer or proposal made for acceptance.

Meaning of proposal

  1. noun A scheme or design.
  2. noun The terms or conditions proposed.
  3. noun The document on which such a thing is written.

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Questions about synonyms of proposal

What is another word for proposal?
Proposal has 10 synonyms on Word.ws, such as project, plan, proposition, scheme, overture, plot and design.
What does proposal mean?
Proposal means a scheme or design.

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