postulate /ˈpɒstjʊleɪt/ TEM8 ( postulating, postulated, postulates )

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  V-T If you postulate something, you suggest it as the basis for a theory, argument, or calculation, or assume that it is the basis. 假定 [正式]

  例：

  He dismissed arguments postulating differing standards for human rights in different cultures and regions.

  他无法接受的是假定人权标准在不同文化和地区有所不同。