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supposed

[səˈpəʊzd]

supposed Definition

  • 1assumed to be true, but not necessarily so
  • 2required or expected to do something

Using supposed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "supposed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He is supposed to be the best in his field.

  • Example

    I am supposed to meet her at the airport.

  • Example

    The movie is supposed to be really good.

  • Example

    She is supposed to be coming to the party.

supposed Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for supposed

Phrases with supposed

  • expected or believed to be a certain way

    Example

    The weather is supposed to be sunny tomorrow.

  • required or expected to do something

    Example

    I am supposed to finish this report by the end of the day.

  • according to what is generally believed or assumed

    Example

    Supposedly, the company is going to release a new product next month.

Origins of supposed

from Old French 'supposer', meaning 'to assume'

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Summary: supposed in Brief

'Supposed' [səˈpəʊzd] means assumed to be true, but not necessarily so, or required or expected to do something. It is often used in phrases like 'supposed to be,' denoting expectations, and 'supposed to do something,' indicating requirements. Examples include 'The movie is supposed to be really good,' and 'I am supposed to meet her at the airport.'