Definitions
- Referring to something that is generally believed or assumed to be true. - Describing a person who is considered to be something based on common belief or assumption. - Used in legal contexts to refer to a person who is assumed to be the father of a child.
- Referring to something that is believed or expected to be true, but may not be. - Describing a person who is said to be something, but there is doubt or uncertainty. - Used to express skepticism or doubt about something that is claimed to be true.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to beliefs or assumptions about something or someone.
- 2Both words can be used to express doubt or uncertainty.
- 3Both words are often used in legal or formal contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Connotation: Putative has a more positive connotation, suggesting that the belief or assumption is widely accepted or reasonable. Supposed has a more negative connotation, suggesting that the belief or assumption may be false or questionable.
- 2Certainty: Putative implies a higher degree of certainty or confidence in the belief or assumption. Supposed implies a lower degree of certainty or confidence.
- 3Usage: Putative is more commonly used in legal or technical contexts. Supposed is more commonly used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Putative and supposed are synonyms that both refer to beliefs or assumptions about something or someone. However, putative has a more positive connotation and implies a higher degree of certainty, while supposed has a more negative connotation and implies a lower degree of certainty. Putative is more commonly used in legal or technical contexts, while supposed is more commonly used in everyday language.
