pre
sume
Third Person
presumes
Present Participle
presuming
Past Tense
presumed
Past Participle
presumed
1
to think that something is true based on probability or likelihood
transitive
- Without clear evidence, she could only presume that the meeting would be rescheduled.
- When the weather suddenly changed, they had to presume that the outdoor event might be canceled.
- Seeing the closed doors, she presumed that the store had already shut for the day.
- After waiting for an extended period, they began to presume that the flight might be delayed.
- Not receiving a call, he presumed that the job interview had been postponed.
Synonyms:
2
to take advantage of someone or something for personal gain
- He presumed on his friend's kindness by constantly asking for favors.
- She presumed upon their hospitality, staying far longer than she was invited.
- Don’t presume on my good nature and expect me to do everything for you.
- She presumed upon his trust by asking for more than she was owed.
- They presumed on the company’s goodwill by using resources for personal projects.
3
to assume the right to do something, often in a way that is seen as disrespectful or overly bold
transitive
- He presumed to tell his boss how to do her job, which upset everyone in the office.
- She presumed to speak for the group without asking for anyone's opinion.
- I can't believe she presumed to criticize my work without understanding the full context.
- He presumed to make decisions on behalf of the team without consulting anyone else.
- It's bold of you to presume to speak for me without asking first.