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Presumption

Verb / prɪˈzʌmpʃʌn / / pri:ˈzʌmpʃʌn / Another word for presumption — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Presumption means to assume something is true without evidence or proof.

Synonyms & similar words

assumption given precondition presumptuousness effrontery assumption belief conjecture guess hypothesis inference postulation supposition theory guesswork speculation surmise presupposition expectation anticipation confidence faith trust arrogance audacity

Synonyms by register

Formal

assumption supposition conjecture hypothesis

Informal

hunch guess shot in the dark feeling

Literary

boldness audacity temerity

Antonyms

certainty fact proof knowledge reality truth verification

Common collocations

  • under the presumption
  • rebuttable presumption
  • legal presumption
  • a presumption of guilt
  • contrary to presumption
  • without presumption
  • a strong presumption

Word family

noun presumption
verb presume
adjective presumptuous
adverb presumptuously

Usage note

Often used in legal contexts to mean an assumption that is accepted as true until proven otherwise. Can also refer to an overly bold or arrogant attitude.

Example sentences

  1. Without proof, it's just a presumption.
  2. Her presumption was incorrect and caused problems.
  3. The detective made a presumption about the suspect's motive.
  4. I don't want to make a presumption without knowing all the facts.
  5. He had the presumption to assume he was right without any evidence.

Quotes

  • Presumption is the mother of all stuff-ups.
  • Presumption should never make us neglect that which appears easy to us, nor despair make us lose courage at the sight of difficulties.
  • The folly of human presumption is always punished.

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