supposedly
|sup-posed-ly|
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/səˈpoʊzɪdli/
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/səˈpəʊzɪdli/
(suppose)
assumed belief
Etymology
Etymology Information
'supposedly' originates from the Latin word 'supponere,' where 'sub-' meant 'under' and 'ponere' meant 'to place.'
Historical Evolution
'supponere' transformed into the Old French word 'supposer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'suppose' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place under,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to assume or believe.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
according to what is generally assumed or believed, often used to express doubt.
He is supposedly the best player on the team.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35