premise — a statement or idea that forms the basis for a logical argument
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a statement or idea that forms the basis for a logical argument
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpremɪs/
Example Sentences
- The movie's premise is ridiculous: what if cats could drive cars?
- Security guards patrol the premises every hour.
- His entire business plan was premised on the crazy idea that people would pay to watch paint dry.
premise
NOUN[/ˈpremɪs/]
a statement or idea that forms the basis for a logical argument
The entire argument was built on a simple premise.
Every conclusion depends on the premise beneath it.(STARTING IDEA + FOUNDATION = PREMISE → the basic assumption that supports an argument)
A strong premise helps conclusions trace the right path.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'praemissa' (feminine past participle of 'praemittere'), meaning 'sent before' or 'put forward.' The term was used in medieval logic to denote statements presented before a conclusion.
Breakdown
prae- (before) + mittere (send) + -ise/-ize (verb suffix) = premise (a statement sent/put before as a basis for argument)
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📝Examples
“The movie's premise is ridiculous: what if cats could drive cars?”
“Security guards patrol the premises every hour.”
“His entire business plan was premised on the crazy idea that people would pay to watch paint dry.”
“The fundamental premise of democracy is that all citizens have equal rights.”
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