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Assumption An assumption is a belief that is not necessarily true, but is often taken for granted. It's like assuming you're the only one who knows how to make a perfect cup of coffee, even though you just burned it. ■ John assumed he could finish his project in an hour, but it took him three days.
guessing The act of making an educated guess or assumption based on limited information. ■ "I'm guessing it's going to rain tomorrow," said the weatherman, despite having no actual data to back up his claim.
Suppose A verb used to indicate that something may or might happen, based on some reason or assumption. It is often used to make sarcastic comments or jokes. ■ "I suppose I'll just assume you're telling the truth this time."
Supposition A wild and unfounded idea or assumption, often expressed as "if this were true then that would be the case." ■ "I suppose if cats could talk they'd speak English!"