as in presumed
appearing to be true on the basis of evidence that may or may not be confirmed
this new computer program is a supposed improvement over the old one
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as in estimated
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
if we suppose a minimum profit of $10,000 from the charity auction, we should be able to pay for the family's medical expenses
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as in assumed
to form an opinion from little or no evidence
what do you suppose he's going to do with the prize money he won?
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as in believed
to have as an opinion
voters wrongly supposed that the new mayor would be opposed to letting hazardous waste be transported through the city
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as in said
to take as true or as a fact without actual proof
had always supposed that her father would bequeath the family farm to her
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Recent Examples of supposed
Erin Jensen, USA Today, 3 May 2025
First Amendment protection may be no deterrent The letters don't cite any specific examples of supposed bias, or say what action Martin might take.
—Rob Stein, NPR, 2 May 2025
Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Originally supposed to fly Sierra Space Dream Chaser test flight, but payload switched to an inert mass simulator because of potential Dream Chaser delays beyond October launch date.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Emily killed her identical triplet sister Faith to use her body in the supposed drowning.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 3 May 2025
First Amendment protection may be no deterrent The letters don't cite any specific examples of supposed bias, or say what action Martin might take.
—Rob Stein, NPR, 2 May 2025
Verb
They are also supposed to set baseline rules that safeguard the integrity of the sport.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Originally supposed to fly Sierra Space Dream Chaser test flight, but payload switched to an inert mass simulator because of potential Dream Chaser delays beyond October launch date.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for supposed
Verb
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Shipping is estimated to begin in late April.—
Sarah Lord,
PCMAG,
25 Feb. 2025
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They are estimated to begin shipping in late May.—
Sarah Lord,
PCMAG,
25 Feb. 2025
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When Newcastle received an influx of cash from a sovereign wealth fund, fans assumed a legion of superstars would lead them to Champions League glory.—
Brett Koremenos,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Landry said early release, which until now has been typically assumed when judges hand down sentences, is a slap in the face to crime victims.—
Richard A. Webster,
ProPublica,
10 Apr. 2025
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Nobody would’ve believed that, right?—
Anthony Slater,
The Athletic,
15 Feb. 2025
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He is believed to be the only dual-sport athlete in the NCAA this season to play football and men’s basketball.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Experts said the safety reports reviewed by CNN illustrate the real-world consequences of the FAA’s apparent inability to address these equipment challenges.—
Melanie Hicken,
CNN Money,
21 May 2025
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That license is currently set to expire on May 27, but sources indicate it may now be extended by 60 days — an apparent diplomatic concession aimed at easing tensions and fostering future cooperation.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
21 May 2025
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Robin Thicke guessed Lori Loughlin.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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Although these participants guessed that about half of their leaders were climate-change deniers, only about 10 percent truly fell into that category, per the study.—
Sharon Udasin,
The Hill,
7 Apr. 2025
Verb
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They have long been thought of as exclusively cognitive/mental.—
Dinorah Nieves,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Getting in front of them beforehand through various forms of content such as interviews, thought leadership articles and social posts, can help alleviate the fear and build trust with your community.—
Jenna Guarneri,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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This is where strategic thinking becomes impactful, as leaders start operating collectively with others to redefine what is possible.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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The question the film ultimately asks is whether a third way is at all possible, leading to a gripping final combat that’s much less a knockout than a bitter victory.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2025
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But longtime close watchers of Epstein and his legal ordeal made the case in a series of posts on X that such a list may never emerge.—
Chad de Guzman,
TIME,
28 Feb. 2025
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Not to mention, all of the pieces are made from a durable ceramic, so you’re bound to have the set for years.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Supposed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/supposed. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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