Postulate

1. noun

   (logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning

   Similar: posit

2. verb

   take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom

   “He posited three basic laws of nature”

   Similar: posit

3. verb

   require as useful, just, or proper

   “It takes nerve to do what she did”

   Similar: necessitate, ask, need, require, take, involve

4. verb

   maintain or assert

   “He contended that Communism had no future”

   Similar: contend