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supposed

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2 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
2syllables

supposed

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

supposed is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, supposed is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofsupposed

1verb
  • 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."

  • To theorize or hypothesize.

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

  • To imagine; to believe; to receive as true.
  • To require to exist or to be true; to imply by the laws of thought or of nature.

    Example: "Purpose supposes foresight."

  • To put by fraud in the place of another.
1adjective
  • Presumed to be true, but without proof

    Example: "Jesus is the supposed son of God."

  • (with infinitive) Generally considered or expected.

    Example: "The movie is supposed to be good."

  • (with infinitive) Having an obligation.

    Example: "The phone is supposed to come with a manual."

  • (with infinitive) Intended.

    Example: "The phone is supposed to save us time."

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