supposed

1. 1
   obliged toadjectiveidiomatic

   Expected or required to do something because of a rule, a plan, or a promise.

   Like a checklist you are meant to follow before you can move on.

   You are supposed to wear a helmet when you ride your bike.

   We were supposed to meet at noon, but she never showed up.

   UsageSay be supposed to + verb (not incorrect: suppose to). In the past it often means the plan did not happen.

   Similarexpected, required, obliged

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   Saysuh-POHZDUS/səˈpoʊzd/UK/səˈpəʊzd/

   allegedadjective

   Believed or claimed to be true or real, but not proven and maybe false.

   Like a rumor someone passes on that might not actually be true.

   The supposed treasure turned out to be a box of old rocks.

   Police questioned the supposed witness about what happened that night.

   UsagePut it before a noun to show doubt: the supposed treasure may not be real.

   Oppositeactual, real, genuine

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   people sayadjective

   Thought or said by many people to be or do something.

   This movie is supposed to be really funny.

   The lake is supposed to be very cold, even in summer.

   UsageOften means you are not sure it is true: it's supposed to be funny. Write the d, even if you don't hear it.

   Similarsaid, reputed

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   thoughtverb

   Simple past and past participle of suppose. Use this form for the past, or after "have."

   Everyone supposed the meeting would be short.

   She supposed he was telling the truth about the delay.

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