noun
presupposition
Presupposition (noun) means an assumption made beforehand; a preliminary conjecture or speculation.
noun
1
An assumption made beforehand; a preliminary conjecture or speculation.
2
The act of presupposing.
3
An assumption or belief implicit in an utterance or other use of language.
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Etymology
From Middle French présupposition, from Latin praesuppositio, from the past participle stem of praesuppōnere (“to presuppose”).
Rhymes for presupposition
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
abortion
abrasion
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of presupposition?
"presupposition" (noun) means an assumption made beforehand; a preliminary conjecture or speculation.
What are the different meanings of presupposition?
"presupposition" has 3 main meanings: 1. An assumption made beforehand; a preliminary conjecture or speculation; 2. The act of presupposing; 3. An assumption or belief implicit in an utterance or other use of language.