presume
|pre-sume|
B2
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/prɪˈzum/
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/prɪˈzjuːm/
assume without proof
Etymology
Etymology Information
'presume' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'praesumere,' where 'prae-' meant 'before' and 'sumere' meant 'to take.'
Historical Evolution
'praesumere' transformed into the Old French word 'presumer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'presume' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to take beforehand,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to suppose or assume.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to suppose that something is the case based on probability.
I presume you're coming to the party tonight.
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Verb 2
to take for granted or accept as true without proof.
He presumed the meeting was canceled.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35