presume meaning and definition

PRESUME verb

Definition of presume (verb)

1. take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
   • "I assume his train was late"
   • synonyms: assume, take for granted
2. take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
   • "How dare you call my lawyer?"
   • synonyms: dare, make bold
3. constitute reasonable evidence for
   • "A restaurant bill presumes the consumption of food"
4. take liberties or act with too much confidence