Posit definition

(1) (logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning

(2) Take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom

"He posited three basic laws of nature"

(3) Put before

"I submit to you that the accused is guilty"

(4) Put (something somewhere) firmly

"She posited her hand on his shoulder"

"Deposit the suitcase on the bench"

"Fix your eyes on this spot"