Answer: supposing

AnswerCrossword Clue
supposing(of a theory or argument) Assume or require that something is the case as a precondition
supposingSUPPOSE, to assume to be true
supposingBelieve to exist or to possess a specified characteristic
supposingUsed to introduce a hypothesis and trace or ask about what follows from it
supposingBe forbidden to do something
supposingUsed to make a reluctant or hesitant admission
supposingAssume that something is the case on the basis of evidence or probability but without proof or certain knowledge
supposingBe required to do something because of the position one is in or an agreement one has made
supposingUsed to introduce a suggestion