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- Dictionarypresumptuous/prɪˈzʌm(p)tʃʊəs/
adjective
- 1. (of a person or their behaviour) failing to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate: "I hope I won't be considered presumptuous if I offer some advice"
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Presumptuous means rude or arrogant because of doing something without a right or permission. Learn how to use this adjective with sentences and synonyms from the Cambridge Dictionary.
Presumptuous means overstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related entries for presumptuous.
full of, characterized by, or showing presumption or readiness to presume in conduct or thought, as by saying or doing something without right or permission. Synonyms: arrogant, fresh, audacious, impertinent. Antonyms: unassuming, modest.
PRESUMPTUOUS meaning: 1. A person who is presumptuous shows little respect for others by doing things they have no right…. Learn more.
Presumptuous means doing something that you have no right or authority to do, or showing overconfidence or arrogance. Learn the synonyms, antonyms, pronunciation, and usage of this adjective with examples from Collins English Dictionary.
It means taking for granted your access to someone or power to do something. It's a very satisfying and effective word because it belittles and criticizes at the same time. In Shakespeare's Henry VI, Northumberland calls Warwick "presumptuous and proud" for trying to get rid of the king.
Presumptuous means too confident, in a way that shows a lack of respect for other people. Learn how to use this adjective with pictures, pronunciation, synonyms and example sentences.
