supposed

Etymology

verb

  1. simple past and past participle of suppose

adj

  1. Presumed to be true, but without proof
    Muhammad is the supposed messenger of God.
  2. (with infinitive) Generally considered or expected.
    The movie is supposed to be good.
  3. (with infinitive) Having an obligation.
    You are not supposed to smoke in the restaurant. [Note: this means, you are obliged not to smoke.]
    The phone is supposed to come with a manual.
  4. (with infinitive) Intended.
    The phone is supposed to save us time.

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