Word of the DayMarch 19, 2024

putative

Definition

what is generally considered to be the case, when the truth is not known for certain

Example Usage

they need evidence to convict, merely putative explanations aren't sufficient

Synonyms

  • supposed
  • recognized
  • reputed
  • assumed
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