supposed vs so-called
so-called vs supposedsupposed and so-called both are adjectives.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| supposed | No | Yes | No | No |
| so-called | No | Yes | No | No |
As adjectives,
supposed and so-called
are synonyms defined as:
- supposed and so-called: doubtful or suspect
Other synonyms of supposed include
alleged.
| supposed (adjective) | so-called (adjective) |
|---|---|
| required or under orders | doubtful or suspect |
| doubtful or suspect | |
| based primarily on surmise rather than adequate evidence | |
| mistakenly believed |
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