Definition

Describing something that is assumed or supposed to be true, often without proof or evidence.

Example

The suppositious claims made by the witness were not supported by any facts.

Conversation

I read an article about a suppositious creature that supposedly lives in the forest.

Oh really? What kind of creature is it?

They say it's a mix between a wolf and a bear, but it's just a myth.

That sounds fascinating! I love stories about suppositious beings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Suppositious → It is formed from "suppositus" (meaning placed under) and the suffix "-ious" (meaning full of or characterized by). The word describes something that is assumed or taken for granted, often without proper evidence or foundation.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'placed under' ('suppositus') and is 'full of' ('-ious') assumptions — that's why suppositious refers to something assumed without proof.

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