presume

/pɹɪˈzjuːm/verb

To do something you have no right or permission to do; to claim something that is not yours to claim.

Example sentences

“I would never presume to speak on behalf of the whole team.”
“She presumed to rearrange my office without even asking.”

The everyday sense is to suppose: 'I presume you two have met.' The legal phrase 'presumed innocent' uses the same idea.

Related words

pretenseA claim or show of feeling that is false or insincere.prestigiousWidely respected and admired; carrying a high reputation.pretentiousTrying to appear more impressive, important, or cultured than one really is.prestigeThe respect and admiration that a person or thing earns from having a strong reputation.prevailTo be the strongest, most common, or most influential; to win out over others.preserveA sweet fruit spread made by cooking fruit, often with sugar.