La suposición
Example: La suposición errónea llevó a conclusiones completamente falsas.
Definition
"La suposición" refers to an assumption or an idea accepted as true without proof, often used as a basis for reasoning or argument. For example, in the phrase "La suposición errónea llevó a conclusiones completamente falsas," it means an incorrect assumption led to entirely false conclusions.
Etymology
The word "la suposición" comes from the Latin 'suppositio,' meaning 'a placing under' or 'substitution.' Over time, it evolved in Spanish to signify an assumption or hypothesis made without certain evidence. Did you know? Its root relates to the verb 'supponere,' meaning 'to put under,' highlighting the idea of placing an idea beneath consideration.
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"La suposición" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 94 commonly used words.
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