presumption
1 antonym for presumption — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun — Something accepted as probably true without direct proof, or the act of assuming it.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
Something accepted as probably true without direct proof, or the act of assuming it.
“The court operates on the presumption of innocence.”
2. noun
Behaviour that is arrogant or overstepping, going beyond what is appropriate.
“It was pure presumption for him to redecorate his colleague's office.”
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Antonyms
How to use presumption
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
presumption of innocence
the presumption that
Etymology
From Old French presumption, from Latin praesumptio, related to praesumere ("to take beforehand").
Full origin of presumption →Frequently asked questions
What does “presumption” mean?
The word “presumption” means something accepted as probably true without direct proof, or the act of assuming it. In plain terms, either an assumption treated as fact, or the arrogance of acting like you already have permission.
How do you pronounce “presumption”?
“Presumption” is pronounced prih-ZUHMP-shuhn (/pɹɪˈzʌmp.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “presumption” in a sentence?
Here is “presumption” used in a sentence: “The court operates on the presumption of innocence.”
What is another word for “presumption”?
Words with a similar meaning to “presumption” include overhope.
What part of speech is “presumption”?
“Presumption” is a noun.
Where does the word “presumption” come from?
The word “presumption” comes from Latin. From Old French presumption, from Latin praesumptio, related to praesumere ("to take beforehand").
Is “presumption” a common word?
“Presumption” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “presumption” have?
“Presumption” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: something accepted as probably true without direct proof, or the act of assuming it.
