GRE Word List

SUPPOSITION

something that is supposed : hypothesis

The meaning of the word supposition is something that is supposed : hypothesis.

Random words

WordMeaning
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
surveillanceclose watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective)
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
veritablebeing in fact the thing named and not false, unreal, or imaginary
harbora place of security and comfort : refuge
volubleeasily rolling or turning : rotating
spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting
militantengaged in warfare or combat : fighting
fanfarea short and lively sounding of trumpets