supposition Definition
- 1an uncertain belief or idea about something, especially one based on personal opinion or imagination rather than facts
- 2the act of assuming that something is true without questioning it
Using supposition: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "supposition" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The theory is based on the supposition that all men are created equal.
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She made a supposition that he was lying.
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The argument is based on the supposition that the economy will improve next year.
supposition Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for supposition
Phrases with supposition
working with an idea or belief that has not been proven to be true
Example
We're working on supposition at this point, but we hope to have more information soon.
assuming that something is true
Example
Under the supposition that the project will be completed on time, we can move forward with our plans.
a statement that is assumed to be true without evidence to support it
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The prosecutor's case was built on suppositions of fact that were later proven to be false.
Origins of supposition
from Latin 'supponere', meaning 'to put under'
Summary: supposition in Brief
A 'supposition' [ˌsʌpəˈzɪʃn] is an uncertain belief or idea about something, often based on personal opinion or imagination rather than facts. It can also refer to the act of assuming that something is true without questioning it. Examples include 'The theory is based on the supposition that all men are created equal.' and 'She made a supposition that he was lying.' Phrases like 'working on supposition' and 'under the supposition' denote working with unproven ideas.
