C2
presuppose vs suppose
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| presupposeverb/ˌpriː.səˈpoʊz/ | Meaning to accept something as true without proof, or to need something to exist first | Goes with presuppose knowledge | Example The course presupposes some basic knowledge of statistics. |
| supposeverb/səˈpoʊz/ | Meaning to think something is probably true; be supposed to = should, because of a rule or plan | Goes with be supposed to | Example I suppose you're tired after such a long flight. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
It is reasonable to that prices will rise again.