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precondition vs supposition

supposition vs precondition

precondition and supposition both are nouns.

precondition is a verb but supposition is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
precondition Yes No Yes No
supposition Yes No No No
As nouns, supposition is a hypernym of precondition; that is, supposition is a word with a broader meaning than precondition:
  • precondition: an assumption that is taken for granted
  • supposition: a hypothesis that is taken for granted
Other hypernyms of precondition include assumption, supposal.
precondition (noun) supposition (noun)
a condition that is a prerequisite a hypothesis that is taken for granted
an assumption that is taken for granted the cognitive process of supposing
an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence
precondition (verb) supposition (verb)
put into the required condition beforehand
Difference between precondition and supposition

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