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Definitions

presuming

[pri-zoo-ming] / prɪˈzu mɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
presumptuous
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arrogant foolhardy overconfident pompous pretentious pushy rude smug
WEAK
audacious bold cheeky conceited confident contumelious egotistic forward fresh insolent overfamiliar overweening rash self-assertive self-assured self-satisfied supercilious uppity
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cautious humble modest unassuming unconceited

Example Sentences

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Rasmussen said he left the meeting with Vance and Rubio presuming the Trump administration understood the island wouldn’t become part of the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

And that’s presuming you do make it to the Taj Mahal.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 31, 2025

The SRU agreed and a deal was done, presuming there was no conflict of interest.

From BBC • Oct. 10, 2025

Tuchel will have three more international breaks to work with England players before pre-World Cup friendlies - presuming the Three Lions do qualify for the tournament.

From BBC • Sep. 7, 2025

Satin was all grace, dancing with three serving girls in turn but never presuming to approach a highborn lady.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin