English

suppose

səˈpoʊz
Meaning: to think that something is likely to be true; to assume
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base suppose
3rd person singular present supposes
Present participle supposing
Past supposed
Will future will suppose
Going-to future going to suppose
Imperative negative don't suppose / do not suppose

Example sentences

Dan didn't answer his phone, so I suppose that he's busy.
Dan didn't answer his phone, so I suppose that he's busy.
In a system of free-market capitalism, competition is supposed to drive innovation.
In a system of free-market capitalism, competition is supposed to drive innovation.

Usage Notes

Used when drawing a conclusion based on incomplete evidence. It implies a degree of uncertainty.

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