presumption — an idea that is taken to be true without proof; arrogant behavior
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an idea that is taken to be true without proof; arrogant behavior
Pronunciation (IPA): /prɪˈzʌmpʃən/
Korean meaning: 증거 없이 사실로 여기는 추정; 건방진 행동
Korean pronunciation: 프리**점**션
Example Sentences
- It's pure presumption to assume your boss will give you a raise without asking.
- The waiter had the presumption to choose my wine without consulting me.
- My cat operates under the presumption that the entire house belongs to him.
presumption
NOUN//prɪˈzʌmpʃən//
an idea that is taken to be true without proof; arrogant behavior
A presumption forms from broken branches and giant prints — a beast must be nearby.
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From consumable clues comes presumption — making the case resumable in motion.
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Origin
From Latin praesumptio, meaning 'a taking beforehand' or 'anticipation.' The word literally described the act of taking or assuming something in advance, before having proper evidence.
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“It's pure presumption to assume your boss will give you a raise without asking.”
“The waiter had the presumption to choose my wine without consulting me.”
“My cat operates under the presumption that the entire house belongs to him.”
“His presumption that pizza is a vegetable shows his lack of nutritional knowledge.”
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