What does supposition mean?
Supposition means Something that is supposed; an assumption made to account for known facts, conjecture..
Supposition
/ˌsʌpəˈzɪʃən/ · noun
Meaning
Something that is supposed; an assumption made to account for known facts, conjecture..
Definitions by Sense
- Something that is supposed; an assumption made to account for known facts, conjecture.
- The act or an instance of supposing.
Example Sentences
The supposition that Geoffrey had been chloroformed was a reasonable hypothesis at that stage of the disclosure.
Synonyms for supposition
Antonyms for supposition
Related Words
Word Forms
- suppositions
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for supposition?
Common synonyms include assumption, conjecture, educated guess, foreguess.
What is the opposite of supposition?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use supposition in a sentence?
The supposition that Geoffrey had been chloroformed was a reasonable hypothesis at that stage of the disclosure.
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