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intimation vs proposition

proposition vs intimation

intimation and proposition both are nouns.

intimation is not a verb while proposition is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
intimation Yes No No No
proposition Yes No Yes No
As nouns, proposition is a hypernym of intimation; that is, proposition is a word with a broader meaning than intimation:
  • intimation: an indirect suggestion
  • proposition: a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection
Other hypernyms of intimation include proffer, suggestion.
intimation (noun) proposition (noun)
a slight suggestion or vague understanding a task to be dealt with
an indirect suggestion (logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false
a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection
the act of making a proposal
an offer for a private bargain (especially a request for sexual favors)
intimation (verb) proposition (verb)
suggest sex to
Difference between intimation and proposition

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