Postuló

Postuló is a Spanish verb derived from the Latin word "postulare," meaning to ask for, demand, or claim. In its common usage, it functions as the third-person singular preterite indicative form of the verb "postular." This means it describes an action that was completed in the past by a single subject.

The verb "postular" can have several related meanings. Most frequently, it signifies the act of nominating or presenting oneself or another person for a position, office, or award. For example, "El candidato postuló para la presidencia" translates to "The candidate ran for president" or "The candidate put himself forward for the presidency." It can also be used to express the idea of proposing a theory, hypothesis, or principle. In this context, "El científico postuló una nueva teoría" means "The scientist proposed a new theory."

Furthermore, "postular" can imply a strong assertion or claim that something is true or valid, often in a theoretical or abstract sense. The preterite form "postuló" therefore describes a past instance where such a nomination, proposal, or assertion was made. The context in which the verb is used is crucial for determining its precise meaning.