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propound

verb/prəˈpaʊnd/

definition

to put forward or propose an idea, theory, or question for consideration

example

During the conference, the scientist decided to propound a new theory on climate change that sparked lively debate among the attendees.

synonyms
proposesuggestpresent
word origin — from Middle English 'propounden', from Latin 'proponere' meaning 'to put forth' or 'to put forward'

propound, enfranchise, shamble, congeal, cloy: meanings and examples

Learn these 5 words from SAT Vocabulary Level 3 set 58. Each entry includes a definition, example sentence, pronunciation, and synonyms. Use the interactive cards above to practice them.

  1. propound · verb/prəˈpaʊnd/

    to put forward or propose an idea, theory, or question for consideration

    During the conference, the scientist decided to propound a new theory on climate change that sparked lively debate among the attendees.

    Synonyms: propose, suggest, present

    Origin: from Middle English 'propounden', from Latin 'proponere' meaning 'to put forth' or 'to put forward'

  2. enfranchise · verb/ɪnˈfrænˌtʃaɪz/

    to grant the right to vote or to free from restrictions

    The new legislation aims to enfranchise minority communities, ensuring they have a voice in the electoral process.

    Synonyms: empower, liberate, enfranchisement

    Origin: from Middle French 'enfranchir', meaning 'to set free', composed of 'en-' (to make) and 'franc' (free)

  3. shamble · verb/ˈʃæm.bəl/

    to move or walk in a clumsy or inefficient manner

    After tripping over the curb, he began to shamble down the street, struggling to regain his balance.

    Synonyms: slouch, stumble, shuffle

    Origin: The word 'shamble' comes from the Middle English 'shamble(n)', which means to walk awkwardly, possibly derived from the Old English 'sceamian' meaning to be ashamed.

  4. congeal · verb/kənˈdʒil/

    to solidify or become rigid, especially by cooling or freezing

    The hot wax began to congeal as it cooled, forming a solid base for the candle.

    Synonyms: solidify, coagulate, thicken

    Origin: from Old French 'congeler', from Latin 'congelare' meaning 'to freeze together', from 'com-' (together) + 'gelare' (to freeze)

  5. cloy · verb/klɔɪ/

    to cause an excessive overindulgence or sweetness to become unpleasant

    The overly sweet dessert began to cloy on my palate after just a few bites.

    Synonyms: satiate, overindulge, glut

    Origin: Middle English 'cloyen', from Old French 'cloier' meaning 'to close or shut'.