Suppose (Verb)
Meaning 1
Express a supposition; "Let us say that he did not tell the truth"; "Let's say you had a lot of money--what would you do?".
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Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
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Meaning 2
Take for granted or as a given; suppose beforehand; "I presuppose that you have done your work".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The teacher presuppose that all students have read the assigned chapter before the lecture.
- I suppose that everyone knows the rules of the game before we start playing.
- Let's suppose everyone will be present at the meeting without being notified again.
- It's generally suppose that exercise is essential for a healthy lifestyle, so people should do it regularly.
- We'll suppose that the report will be finished by the end of the week as planned.
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Meaning 3
To believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds; "Scientists supposed that large dinosaurs lived in swamps".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- People who saw the UFO supposed it was from another planet.
- They supposed that the new president would fulfill all his campaign promises.
- I suppose that eating more fruits and vegetables can help lower the risk of chronic diseases.
- Scientists supposed that the structure was built over a thousand years ago based on the artifacts found nearby.
- Researchers supposed that their new theory could lead to major breakthroughs in renewable energy.
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Meaning 4
Require as a necessary antecedent or precondition; "This step presupposes two prior ones".
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Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
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Meaning 5
Expect, believe, or suppose; "I imagine she earned a lot of money with her new novel"; "I thought to find her in a bad state"; "he didn't think to find her in the kitchen"; "I guess she is angry at me for standing her up".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- I suppose I'll be late to the meeting if I don't leave now.
- Suppose it starts raining during the outdoor wedding, what's the backup plan.
- I suppose she's busy with work and that's why she hasn't called.
- She never mentioned it, but I suppose she won't be attending the party.
- I suppose he lost his job and that's why he's been struggling financially.