presumption (Meaning)
presumption (n)
an assumption that is taken for granted
(law) an inference of the truth of a fact from other facts proved or admitted or judicially noticed
audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to
a kind of discourtesy in the form of an act of presuming
Synonyms & Antonyms of presumption
presumption Sentence Examples
- The presumption of innocence grants individuals the right to be considered innocent until proven guilty.
- The prosecution's presumption of guilt created a bias that made a fair trial impossible.
- The judge ruled that the plaintiff had failed to overcome the presumption that contracts are binding.
- Despite the strong evidence against him, the defendant denied the charges due to the presumption of innocence.
- The law presumes that every person is of sound mind until proven otherwise.
- The scientific community often makes presumptions based on empirical data and established theories.
- The assumption that all men are superior is a dangerous and outdated presumption.
- The child's presumption that the world is safe and benevolent can be shattered by traumatic experiences.
- It is presumptuous to assume that you know what someone else is thinking or feeling.
- The presumption of confidentiality in medical records protects the privacy of patients.
FAQs About the word presumption
an assumption that is taken for granted, (law) an inference of the truth of a fact from other facts proved or admitted or judicially noticed, audacious (even ar
presumptuousness, arrogance, nerve,gall, audacity, assurance, confidence, nerviness, chutzpa, sauciness
diffidence, modesty, modesty, bashfulness,timidity, bashfulness, hesitancy, timidity, diffidence, shyness
The presumption of innocence grants individuals the right to be considered innocent until proven guilty.
The prosecution's presumption of guilt created a bias that made a fair trial impossible.
The judge ruled that the plaintiff had failed to overcome the presumption that contracts are binding.
Despite the strong evidence against him, the defendant denied the charges due to the presumption of innocence.
