Definition of Presume

to suppose something to be true without proof

Examples of Presume in a sentence

The professor was quick to presume that the student did not do his homework since he hadn’t all year.  🔊

She hated to presume that her brother had stolen the money, but he was the only one with a criminal record.  🔊

With no evidence, the police had little reason to presume that the wife was the killer.  🔊

Since he repaid a previous loan, the lender went on to presume that he would pay the new one.  🔊

I could only presume that the unknown woman was an acquaintance of my father.  🔊

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