Putative

Pronunciation:/ˈpjuːtətɪv/
ENZH

Quick Translations

  • 假定的
  • 推定的
  • 所谓的

Definitions

adjective

Definition

generally considered or reputed to be.

In ZH

通常被认为或名义上是。

Examples

  • The putative author of the book has not been confirmed.
  • He is the putative heir to the throne.
  • In many cultures, a putative father is recognized even without a legal marriage.
  • The evidence supports the putative theory of evolution.
  • She was regarded as the putative leader of the group.