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Meaning of suppose

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

suppose

Pronunciation:/səˈpəʊz//səˈpoʊz/

verb

Definitions

  1. To take for granted; to conclude, with less than absolute supporting data; to believe.

    Example: Suppose that A implies B and B implies C. Then A implies C.

  2. To theorize or hypothesize.

    Example: I suppose we all agree that this is the best solution.

  3. To imagine; to believe; to receive as true.

  4. To require to exist or to be true; to imply by the laws of thought or of nature.

    Example: Purpose supposes foresight.