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propose vs choose

choose vs propose

propose and choose both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
propose No No Yes No
choose No No Yes No
As verbs, choose is a hypernym of propose; that is, choose is a word with a broader meaning than propose:
  • propose: put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position
  • choose: pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
Other hypernyms of propose include pick out, select, take.
propose (verb) choose (verb)
present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
propose or intend see fit or proper to act in a certain way; decide to act in a certain way
make a proposal, declare a plan for something select as an alternative over another
ask (someone) to marry you
put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position
Difference between propose and choose

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