supposed
/səˈpoʊzd/
adjective
- Generally believed or assumed to be true or real, often without proof.
- The supposed expert turned out to have no real experience.
- They found the supposed treasure, but it was just a box of rocks.
- The supposed cure for the disease was later proven ineffective.
- Used to indicate that something is intended or expected, especially in the phrase 'supposed to'.
- This button is supposed to start the engine.
- The movie was supposed to begin at eight, but it started late.
- You are supposed to be home by ten o'clock.
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