To posit is to put forward a theory or idea. When you posit a theory, you are saying that it is possible, and you are proposing a way to test the theory.
He posited that the Earth was the center of the universe.
She posited that the moon was inhabited by aliens.
verb
Assume the existence of; to postulate.
verb
Propose for consideration or study; to suggest.
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Put (something somewhere) firmly; to place or position.
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The claim is made in the positive affirmative.
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The forward portion of the shroud is fixed in position.
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In a rotary microtome, the knife is typically fixed in a horizontal position.
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In the United States, the position of bombardier was held by an officer.
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He was the first layperson in the United States to hold such a position.
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The position and velocity of the truck is described by the linear state space.
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The position and the person in the position are certainly notable.
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This is the position of the advocate.
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Certainly, your position and the others here is the position of arrogance.
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I posit this is a minor change, clarifying the position of the article.