αξιώνω — meaning in English

English meaning

• postulate noun Something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument. Sometimes distinguished from axioms as being relevant to a particular science or context, rather than universally true, and following from other axioms rather than being an absolute assumption.
• vouchsafe verb To graciously give, to condescendingly grant a right, benefit, outcome, etc.; to deign to acknowledge.

Senses

αξιώνω is used for these senses in English:

• postulate (ambitransitive, obsolete) To request, demand or claim for oneself.
• vouchsafe To graciously give, to condescendingly grant a right, benefit, outcome, etc.; to deign to acknowledge.

postulate — full definition

1. noun Something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument. Sometimes distinguished from axioms as being relevant to a particular science or context, rather than universally true, and following from other axioms rather than being an absolute assumption.
2. noun A fundamental element; a basic principle.
3. noun A requirement; a prerequisite.

vouchsafe — full definition

1. verb To graciously give, to condescendingly grant a right, benefit, outcome, etc.; to deign to acknowledge.
2. verb To receive or accept in condescension.
3. verb To disclose or divulge.

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