Definitions
- To suppose something to be true without proof. - To take for granted or assume something to be true. - To act with confidence based on a reasonable assumption.
- To take for granted without proof. - To suppose something to be true without evidence. - To accept something as true without questioning it.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to accepting something as true without proof or evidence.
- 2Both words are used in situations where there is uncertainty or lack of information.
- 3Both words can be used to express a level of confidence in one's belief or assumption.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Presume is less common than assume and is often used in more formal contexts.
- 2Connotation: Presume can imply a sense of arrogance or overconfidence, while assume is more neutral.
- 3Degree of certainty: Presume implies a higher degree of certainty or confidence in one's assumption than assume.
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Remember this!
Both presume and assume refer to accepting something as true without proof or evidence. However, presume is less common and often used in more formal contexts. It also implies a higher degree of confidence in one's assumption and can carry a connotation of arrogance. On the other hand, assume is more neutral and versatile in its usage.
