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to believe something to be true because it is likely, although not certain: [ + (that) clause ] I presume (that) they’re not coming, since they haven’t replied to the invitation.
The meaning of PRESUME is to undertake without leave or clear justification : dare. How to use presume in a sentence. The Difference Between Assume and Presume
to believe something to be true because it is very likely, although you are not certain: [ + (that) ] I presume (that) they're not coming, since they haven't replied to the invitation. [ + speech ] You are Dr. Smith, I presume? "Are we walking to the hotel ?" "I presume not/so."
If you presume that something is true, you think that it is true, although you are not certain.
If you presume something, it means you act as though it's true before all the evidence is in. If you are presumed to be the fastest runner, don't get too cocky — that word implies that you haven't actually raced yet.
1. To take for granted that something is true or factual; make a supposition. 2. To act presumptuously or take unwarranted advantage of something: Don't presume on their hospitality.
Presume definition: to take for granted, assume, or suppose. See examples of PRESUME used in a sentence.
