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Presuppose (verb) means to take something as true beforehand, in order to base an argument or conclusion on it.

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To take something as true beforehand, in order to base an argument or conclusion on it.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

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Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

This word comes from Middle French presupposer, from Latin praesuppōnō.

Synonyms

suppose presume assume postulate surmise

Related words

think need believe ask guess expect accept theory

Rhymes for presuppose

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What is the meaning of presuppose?

"presuppose" (verb) means to take something as true beforehand, in order to base an argument or conclusion on it.

What is another word for presuppose?

Other words for "presuppose" include presume, assume, postulate, suppose, surmise.

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