WordHive Learning Dictionary

Suppose

verb

think or guess something is true.

7 letters 2 syllables

What does Suppose mean?

think or guess something is true.

Dictionary definition

To think something is probably true, often without full proof.

Example sentences

Suppose in a sentence

easy

I suppose we should start now.

medium

She supposed the answer was right but checked again.

hard

Readers may suppose one motive until later evidence changes their view.

Writing practice

Ready to write your own? Study the examples, then practice suppose in a sentence with Sentence Builder checklist feedback.

Quick practice
⬡ Earn 5 Honey

Practice the meaning of Suppose

Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

Practice 1

What does suppose mean?

Practice 2

Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to suppose?

Practice 3

Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for suppose?

Pronunciation coach
⬡ Earn 5 Honey

Suppose

Voice settings
Sounds like

suh · pohz · strongest beat: pohz

Synonyms

Words like Suppose

assumeUse for believing without complete proof.
guessUse for choosing an answer without certainty.
Antonyms

Opposite words

knowUse when something is confirmed true.
confirmUse when evidence proves truth.
Synonym practice

Want to practice suppose synonyms in context? Try a Synonym Search question like "We should assume the library is quiet," then compare close word choices. Practice suppose synonyms.

Word family

Suppose word family

Base word

suppose

adjective

supposed

Related word form.

Related words