Supposed vs Theoretical - What's the difference?
supposed | theoretical | Related terms |
(suppose)
Presumed to be true, but without proof
(with infinitive) Generally considered or expected.
(with infinitive) Having an obligation.
(with infinitive) Intended.
Supposed is a related term of theoretical.
As adjectives the difference between supposed and theoretical
is that supposed is presumed to be true, but without proof while theoretical is of or relating to theory; abstract; not empirical.As a verb supposed
is (suppose).supposed
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(-)- Jesus is the supposed son of God.
- ''The movie is supposed to be good.
- 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.
- The phone is supposed to save us time.