Meaning & Definition of word "Suppose"

Suppose

/səˈpoʊz/

verb:

  • 1. to assume or believe something to be true without proof.
    • Example: I suppose he's right about the project plan.
  • 2. to require or necessitate something.
    • Example: This situation is more complicated than I suppose.
  • 3. to make a suggestion or proposal.
    • Example: Suppose we meet at noon instead of 3 PM.
  • 4. to think or assume that something is true.
    • Example: We suppose that the meeting will be rescheduled.

Etymology

From Middle English 'supposen', from Old French 'supposer', from Latin 'supponere' (to place under).

Common Phrases and Expressions

I suppose:

Used to express that something is acceptable or has some value, though not passionately.

suppose so:

A phrase used to indicate agreement or acceptance of a suggestion.

suppose that:

Used to introduce a condition or case for consideration.

Related Words

assumption:

A thing that is accepted as true without proof.

presumption:

An idea that is taken to be true on the basis of probability.

hypothesis:

A proposed explanation for a phenomenon.

Slang Meanings of suppose

Meaning: I guess

Example Sentence: I suppose I'll go to the party if you want me to.

Meaning: No way!

Example Sentence: You suppose he actually did that?