adj
assumptive
Assumptive (adj) means Held as true or valid without evidence.
adj
1
Held as true or valid without evidence.
2
Forward or presumptuous.
3
Originally, being arms which a person had a right to assume, in consequence of an exploit; now, those assumed without sanction of the Heralds' College.
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Etymology
From as- + Latin sūmptus + -ive, from past participle of sūmō (“to take”).
Rhymes for assumptive
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What is the meaning of assumptive?
"assumptive" (adj) means held as true or valid without evidence.
What are the different meanings of assumptive?
"assumptive" has 3 main meanings: 1. Held as true or valid without evidence; 2. Forward or presumptuous; 3. Originally, being arms which a person had a right to assume, in consequence of an exploit; now, those assumed without sanction of the Heralds' College.