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presumptuous in French

presumptuous in French is présomptueux, outrecuidant — presumptuous means overconfident or arrogant in a way that overstepss what is appropriate or one's actual authority.

presumptuous in French

présomptueux
adj
Making unwarranted presumptions or assumptions, often out of arrogance or excessive self-confidence, and thus exceeding what is appropriate or right.
outrecuidant
adj
Making unwarranted presumptions or assumptions, often out of arrogance or excessive self-confidence, and thus exceeding what is appropriate or right.

What does "presumptuous" mean?

  1. adj Overconfident or arrogant in a way that overstepss what is appropriate or one's actual authority.
    "It seemed presumptuous of the intern to rewrite the CEO's speech."
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presumptuous in a sentence

  • It seemed presumptuous of the intern to rewrite the CEO's speech.
  • Don't you think it's a bit presumptuous to assume you've already got the job?

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What is "presumptuous" in French?

"presumptuous" in French is présomptueux, outrecuidant. presumptuous means: Overconfident or arrogant in a way that overstepss what is appropriate or one's actual authority.

How do you use "presumptuous" in a sentence?

Example: "It seemed presumptuous of the intern to rewrite the CEO's speech." In French, "presumptuous" is présomptueux, outrecuidant.

Are there other ways to say "presumptuous" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "presumptuous": présomptueux, outrecuidant.

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