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Supposed Definition & Meaning

supposed
adjective
  1. required or under orders; "I'm supposed to be there at ten"; "he was supposed to go to the store"
  2. mistakenly believed; "the supposed existence of ghosts"
  3. doubtful or suspect; "these so-called experts are no help"
  4. based primarily on surmise rather than adequate evidence; "theories about the extinction of dinosaurs are still highly conjectural"; "the supposed reason for his absence"; "suppositious reconstructions of dead languages"; "hypothetical situation"

"Supposed" in song lyrics

See how supposed is used in real songs:

  • "I fell for a witch, and she closed I'm supposed"
    Billy Cook f/ D-Block — Cheating
  • "her motherfuckin back like a player supposed"
    Crime Mob — Rock Yo Hips
  • "Eightball, M-J-G supposed"
    Eightball & MJG f/ Swizz Beatz — Boom Boom

Usage tips for "supposed"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "supposed" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for supposed to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does supposed mean?
required or under orders; "I'm supposed to be there at ten"; "he was supposed to go to the store" mistakenly believed; "the supposed existence of ghosts" doubtful or suspect; "these so-called experts are no help" based primarily on surmise rather than adequate evidence; "theories about the extinction of dinosaurs are still highly conjectural"; "the supposed reason for his absence"; "suppositious reconstructions of dead languages"; "hypothetical situation"
What part of speech is supposed?
Supposed is an adjective.
How many definitions does supposed have?
Supposed has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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