presumptuous
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for presumptuous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Overconfident or arrogant in a way that overstepss what is appropriate or one's actual authority.
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How to use presumptuous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
presumptuous of you
a presumptuous assumption
Etymology
From Latin praesumptuosus, built on praesumere ("to take beforehand, to assume").
Full origin of presumptuous →Frequently asked questions
What does “presumptuous” mean?
The word “presumptuous” means overconfident or arrogant in a way that overstepss what is appropriate or one's actual authority. In plain terms, describes someone acting with more confidence or entitlement than the situation actually allows.
How do you pronounce “presumptuous”?
“Presumptuous” is pronounced pruh-ZUHMP-choo-uhs (/pɹəˈzʌmpt͡ʃuəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “presumptuous” in a sentence?
Here is “presumptuous” used in a sentence: “It seemed presumptuous of the intern to rewrite the CEO's speech.”
What part of speech is “presumptuous”?
“Presumptuous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “presumptuous” come from?
The word “presumptuous” comes from Latin. From Latin praesumptuosus, built on praesumere ("to take beforehand, to assume").
