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- /prɪˈzum/
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Definitions of presume word
- verb with object presume to take for granted, assume, or suppose: I presume you're tired after your drive. 1
- verb with object presume Law. to assume as true in the absence of proof to the contrary. 1
- verb with object presume to undertake with unwarrantable boldness. 1
- verb with object presume to undertake (to do something) without right or permission: to presume to speak for another. 1
- verb without object presume to take something for granted; suppose. 1
- verb without object presume to act or proceed with unwarrantable or impertinent boldness. 1
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Origin of presume
First appearance:
before 1300 One of the 15% oldest English words
1300-50; Middle English presumen (< Old French presumer) < Latin praesūmere to take beforehand (Late Latin: take for granted, assume, dare), equivalent to prae- pre- + sūmere to take up, suppose (see consume)
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Parts of speech for Presume
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presume popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
presume usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for presume
verb presume
- accounted — an oral or written description of particular events or situations; narrative: an account of the meetings; an account of the trip.
- accroach — to assume to oneself without right or authority; usurp.
- add up — If facts or events do not add up, they make you confused about a situation because they do not seem to be consistent. If something that someone has said or done adds up, it is reasonable and sensible.
- adventuring — the act of doing adventurous things or having adventures
- arrive at — to reach by traveling
Antonyms for presume
verb presume
- hope — Anthony, pen name of Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins.
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