“presume”

Definitions

• verb

  take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof

  Synonyms: assume, take for granted, account, adjudge, adjudicate, affect, allegorize, allow, anticipate, attempt, believe, bring

  • Example:“I assume his train was late.”

• verb

  take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission

  Synonyms: make bold, dare

  • Example:“How dare you call my lawyer?”

• verb

  constitute reasonable evidence for

  • Example:“A restaurant bill presumes the consumption of food.”

• verb

  take liberties or act with too much confidence