presume — to suppose that something is true without having evidence to confirm it
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to suppose that something is true without having evidence to confirm it
Pronunciation (IPA): /prɪˈzuːm/
Example Sentences
- I presume the pizza delivery guy got lost again since it's been two hours.
- Don't presume you can use my Netflix account just because we're friends!
- The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
presume
VERB[/prɪˈzuːm/]
to suppose that something is true without having evidence to confirm it
From broken branches and massive prints, we presume a giant beast is nearby.
Presume from crumbs — then resume as the truth looms.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'praesumere', combining 'prae-' (before) and 'sumere' (to take), literally meaning 'to take beforehand'. The word entered English through Old French 'presumer' in the 14th century.
Breakdown
pre- (before) + sume (take) + -e (verb ending) = presume
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I presume the pizza delivery guy got lost again since it's been two hours.”
“Don't presume you can use my Netflix account just because we're friends!”
“The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.”
“I presume you've already finished your homework since you're playing games.”
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