suppose

Transitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Meanings

Transitive Verb

[~ that][~ something]

To think or believe that something is true or probable based on a guess or a lack of complete evidence.

"I suppose we should leave now if we want to arrive on time."

Transitive Verb

[~ something]

To assume something to be the case for the sake of argument or a hypothetical scenario.

"Suppose you won the lottery tomorrow, what would you do with the money?"

Transitive Verb

[~ someone to be something]

To believe or imagine someone or something to have a particular quality or identity.

"I supposed him to be a professional athlete given his height and build."

Intransitive Verb

[~]

To believe or assume something to be true, often used as a tentative agreement or a cautious opinion.

"I suppose so, although I have some doubts about the plan."

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