SUPPOSED

/spoʊst/
13
Scrabble
16
WWF
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Definition

/spoʊst/
verb
  1. To take for granted; to conclude, with less than absolute supporting data; to believe.
    “Suppose that A implies B and B implies C. Then A implies C.”
  2. To theorize or hypothesize.
    “I suppose we all agree that this is the best solution.”
  3. To imagine; to believe; to receive as true.
adjective
  1. Presumed to be true, but without proof
    “Jesus is the supposed son of God.”
  2. (with infinitive) Generally considered or expected.
    “The movie is supposed to be good.”
  3. (with infinitive) Having an obligation.
    “The phone is supposed to come with a manual.”

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