CEFR C1

putative

adjective

Meaning

Generally assumed or believed to be, or to do, something, based on probability or appearances, though not yet proven.

Examples

The putative father of the child was asked to take a DNA test.
Scientists are studying the putative effects of the new drug on patients with chronic pain.

Synonyms: supposed, presumed, ostensible, alleged

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putative (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈpjuːtətɪv/

Definition

Generally assumed or believed to be, or to do, something, based on probability or appearances, though not yet proven.

Examples

The putative father of the child was asked to take a DNA test.
Scientists are studying the putative effects of the new drug on patients with chronic pain.
The company's putative leader was expected to announce major changes in strategy.

How to Use putative

putative X (collocation): Used before a noun to indicate that something is generally assumed or believed to be that thing, but it has not been proven. — "The putative heir to the throne was in hiding."

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