posit (verb) – 1. Put forward as fact or as a basis for argument 2. To put in position; place

(Pronounced poz-it)

To remember the definition of the word posit, use the following mnemonic:

The deposit (posit) was placed on to the counter. She stated as if it were fact that it was millions, but the bank had to count it.

Examples of posit (verb) in a sentence (1. Put forward as fact or as a basis for argument)

The scientists took turns to posit their theories on the phenomenon. 

Historians posit that he died in 1650, but this is just speculation.

The doctors were reluctant to posit any potential causes until they'd run more tests.

Examples of posit (verb) in a sentence (2. To put in position; place)

They'll need a crane to posit the statue on the plinth. 

She ordered the General to posit his forces along the western wall of the city.

The plan was to posit a fake gem in the place of the real one.