supposing

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/səˈpəʊzɪŋ/ English

Definitions

verb

To take for granted; to conclude, with less than absolute supporting data; to believe.“Suppose that A implies B and B implies C. Then A implies C.”
To theorize or hypothesize.“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.“Purpose supposes foresight.”

noun

The act of making a supposition.

conjunction

If hypothetically (optionally followed by that)

Related words

Synonyms

assume conjecture hypothesize guess speculate think theorize imagine reckon say hypothecate theorise assuming presuming whether conjecturing postulating

Rhymes

imposing closing opposing dozing composing juxtaposing disclosing posing exposing enclosing

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