Definitions
- Used to indicate that something is assumed or believed to be true, but not necessarily confirmed. - Often used in casual conversation or informal writing. - Can be used interchangeably with 'supposedly'.
- Used to indicate that something is likely or probable based on available evidence or assumptions. - Often used in more formal or academic writing. - Can be used interchangeably with 'probably' or 'likely'.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are used to express an assumption or belief about something.
- 2Both words can be used to indicate uncertainty or lack of confirmation.
- 3Both words can be used as adverbs to modify verbs or entire sentences.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Supposably is more commonly used in casual conversation or informal writing, while presumably is more commonly used in formal or academic writing.
- 2Certainty: Presumably implies a higher degree of certainty or probability than supposably.
- 3Connotation: Supposably can have a slightly negative connotation, suggesting doubt or skepticism, while presumably is more neutral.
- 4Frequency: Presumably is more commonly used than supposably in everyday language.
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Remember this!
Supposably and presumably are both adverbs used to express an assumption or belief about something. However, supposably is more informal and suggests a lower degree of certainty or probability, while presumably is more formal and implies a higher degree of certainty or probability.
