Meaning & use
presumption
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A belief or assumption that something is true, often without proof.
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The plan was based on the presumption that ticket sales would double.
It was pure presumption to assume the meeting would be canceled.
A note on using this word
Can also mean arrogant or overconfident behavior, as in "the presumption to speak on her behalf"; context shows which sense is meant.
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2. noun
Arrogant or overconfident behavior; audacity.
He had the presumption to correct his boss in front of the whole team.
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