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supposition vs possibility

possibility vs supposition

supposition and possibility both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
supposition Yes No No No
possibility Yes No No No
As nouns, possibility is a hypernym of supposition; that is, possibility is a word with a broader meaning than supposition:
  • supposition: a hypothesis that is taken for granted
  • possibility: a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena
Other hypernyms of supposition include hypothesis, theory.
supposition (noun) possibility (noun)
a hypothesis that is taken for granted a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena
the cognitive process of supposing a possible alternative
a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence a future prospect or potential
capability of existing or happening or being true
Difference between supposition and possibility

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