supposable

adjective

Definition of supposablenext
as in possible

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supposable
  1. possible
  2. conceivable
  3. potential
  4. earthly
  5. probable
Adjective
  • This gracious grand dame has possibly the best possible address in all of Stockholm, overlooking Strökajen Harbor in the city’s Norrmalm district, a short walk from the Royal Palace and the Old Town.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Authorities haven't stated a possible cause for the other two fires.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of possible
Adjective
  • There are conceivable uses that might seem entertaining or harmless, such as interacting with a consenting celebrity or a recreation of a historical figure.
    — Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • Goodall has become the dominant force in ring building in the UK, working for almost every conceivable promoter — unusual in itself given this is a sport built on such fierce sporting and commercial rivalries.
    — Chris McKenna, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Definition of conceivable
Adjective
  • Even if a potential Skubal trade wouldn’t have cleaned out their farm system, any loss of quality minor leaguers would have a long-term cost in Tampa Bay that far exceeds any concerns in Los Angeles.
    — John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Importantly, such forecasts give countries early warning of heat waves, droughts, floods and potential disruptions to food supplies, among other outcomes.
    — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of potential
Adjective
  • But Roosevelt continued to press for progressive tax reform even after Long departed from the political (and earthly) stage.
    — Joseph Thorndike, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • Sugar’s purpose in this earthly life — to reunite lost families in the City of Angels — is crumbling under the maddening impossibility of convicting a policeman of a crime in a world where the crime is the point.
    — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 24 July 2026
Definition of earthly
Adjective
  • The official announcement confirming this special event is typically made two weeks in advance, suggesting Wednesday, August 26, as the probable date.
    — David Phelan, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • However, official coroner's reports revealed her cause of death to be probable alcohol withdrawal seizures brought on by chronic alcohol use disorder.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of probable
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