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Meaning of presumed

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

presumed

verb

Definitions

  1. With infinitive object: to be so presumptuous as (to do something) without proper authority or permission.

    Example: I wouldn't presume to tell him how to do his job.

  2. To perform, do (something) without authority; to lay claim to without permission.

    Example: Don't make the decision yourself and presume too much.

  3. To assume or suggest to be true (without proof); to take for granted, to suppose.

    Example: Dr. Livingstone, I presume?

  4. To be presumptuous; with on, upon, to take advantage (of), to take liberties (with).

adjective

Definitions

  1. Appearing to be the most probable, often with some preparations starting to be made for it.