Basic Details
Word: Supposed
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Believed to be true or expected to happen, often without proof.
Synonyms: Assumed, presumed, expected
Antonyms: Certain, confirmed, definite
Idioms and Phrases
- Supposed to be: Refers to an expectation or obligation. Example: "You are supposed to be at the meeting by 10 oclock, so dont be late!"
- Supposedly: Used to suggest that something is believed to be true without certainty. Example: "He supposedly finished his homework early, but I cant verify that."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She was supposed to finish her project by Friday, but she needed more time.
Example 2: My brother is supposed to pick me up from school today.
Example 3: The film was supposed to be a comedy, but it turned out to be quite sad.
Fun Fact
The word "supposed" comes from the Latin word "supponere," which means "to put under." This reflects how we often 'put' expectations on things or people based on what we believe to be true.
Famous Quote
"The trouble with the world is that the stupid are cocksure and the intelligent are full of doubt." Bertrand Russell
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "supposed" mean?
a) Certain to happen
b) Believed to be true
c) Impossible to know
d) Clear and definite
Answer: b) Believed to be true
2. Which of these is a synonym of "supposed"?
a) Certain
b) Assumed
c) Clear
d) True
Answer: b) Assumed
3. Which is an antonym of "supposed"?
a) Expected
b) Possible
c) Certain
d) Likely
Answer: c) Certain
4. Which sentence uses "supposed" correctly?
a) He is supposed to attend the concert tomorrow.
b) I suppose the weather will be sunny.
c) The cat supposed to climb the tree.
d) They supposed it was a funny movie.
Answer: a) He is supposed to attend the concert tomorrow.
5. What does the phrase "supposed to be" indicate?
a) Something agreed upon
b) A truth without question
c) An expectation or obligation
d) A lie
Answer: c) An expectation or obligation
