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presumption
[ pri-zuhmp-shuhn ]
noun
- assumption of something as true.
- belief on reasonable grounds or probable evidence.
- something that is presumed; an assumption.
- Law. an inference required or permitted by law as to the existence of one fact from proof of the existence of other facts.
- an assumption, often not fully established, that is taken for granted in some piece of reasoning.
- unwarrantable, unbecoming, or impertinent boldness.
Synonyms: , , ,
presumption
/ ɪˈʌʃə /
noun
- the act of presuming
- bold or insolent behaviour or manners
- a belief or assumption based on reasonable evidence
- a ground or basis on which to presume
- law an inference of the truth of a fact from other facts proved, admitted, or judicially noticed
Other Word Forms
- v··ܳtDz noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of presumption1
Word History and Origins
Origin of presumption1
Example Sentences
There had been a widespread presumption that only checked names were included on the online lists published.
At a Wisconsin elementary school in the 1960s, she faced racism and presumptions of idiocy.
There will be a presumption that all quangos could be scrapped unless there is a compelling reason to keep them, the Cabinet Office said.
As with many of his political positions, President Trump’s extraordinary new tariffs are based on the presumption that the United States is being treated unfairly by the rest of the world.
Their good attitude and ability to support themselves, or have others support them, furthers the presumption that the majority of those on government disability don’t need it.
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