presume
/pɹɪˈzjuːm/verb
To believe that something is true without proof, because it seems likely.
Example sentences
- “I presume you've already heard the news.”
- “Under the law, a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.”
- “We presumed the store would be open on Sunday, but it wasn't.”
Close to 'assume', though 'presume' suggests more confidence based on evidence. 'Presume to do something' means to do it without the right: I won't presume to advise you.