presumptuous

[pri-zuhmp-choo-uhs]

presumptuous Definition

• 1. failing to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate
• 2. unwarrantedly or impertinently bold; forward

Using presumptuous: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "presumptuous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  It would be presumptuous of me to comment on the matter without knowing all the facts.

• Example

  I hope you won't think me presumptuous if I offer some advice.

• Example

  It was presumptuous of him to speak on behalf of everyone in the company.

presumptuous Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for presumptuous

• arrogant
• audacious
• bold
• immodest
• overconfident

Antonyms for presumptuous

• humble
• modest
• shy

Phrases with presumptuous

• presumptuous of

  assuming something to be true without having evidence to support it

  Example

  It would be presumptuous of me to assume that I will get the job.

• presumptuous of me/you/him, etc.

  behaving in a way that shows you have too much confidence and not enough respect

  Example

  It was a little presumptuous of him to invite himself to our party.

• presumptuous assumption

  an assumption made without sufficient evidence or justification

  Example

  It is a presumptuous assumption to think that all politicians are corrupt.

Origins of presumptuous

from Latin 'praesumptuosus', from 'praesumere' meaning 'to take for granted'

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Summary: presumptuous in Brief

The term 'presumptuous' [pri-zuhmp-choo-uhs] refers to someone who fails to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate. It is often used to describe someone who is unwarrantedly or impertinently bold or forward. Examples include 'It would be presumptuous of me to comment on the matter without knowing all the facts.' and 'It was presumptuous of him to speak on behalf of everyone in the company.'