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Topic: Beliefs

presignify

IPA: //prɪˈsɪɡnɪfaɪ//

KK: /prɪˈsɪɡnɪˌfaɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To indicate or show something in advance; to foreshadow.

Example: The dark clouds presignify an approaching storm.

presumable

IPA: /prɪˈzjuːməbl/

KK: /prɪˈzuməbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that can be assumed to be true or taken for granted based on available information.

Example: The presumable outcome of the experiment was discussed by the scientists.

presume

IPA: /prɪˈzum/

KK: /prɪˈzum/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take something for granted or assume it to be true without proof.

Example: I presume you have finished your homework since you didn't ask for help.

transitive verb

Definition: To take something as true or likely without proof; to assume something is the case based on reasonable evidence or belief.

Example: I presume you have finished your homework before coming to class.

presumed

IPA: /prɪˈzjuːmd/

KK: /prɪˈzumd/

adjective

Definition: Appearing to be likely or assumed to be true without proof.

Example: The presumed winner of the race was celebrated by the crowd.

verb

Definition: To think that something is true without being completely sure about it.

Example: She presumed he would arrive on time, but he was late.

presumedly

IPA: /prɪˈzjuːmɪdli/

KK: /prɪˈzumɪdli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that is assumed to be true or likely based on available information.

Example: Presumedly, the meeting will start at 10 AM, as it usually does.

presumer

IPA: /prɪˈzjuːmə/

KK: /prɪˈzumər/

noun

Definition: A person who assumes something without proof or takes liberties in a way that may be seen as arrogant.

Example: He is often seen as a presumer, making decisions for others without consulting them first.

presuming

IPA: /prɪˈzjuːmɪŋ/

KK: /prɪˈzumɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Having too much confidence in oneself, often in a way that is rude or inappropriate.

Example: His presuming attitude made it difficult for others to work with him.

presumption

IPA: /prɪˈzʌmpʃən/

KK: /prɪˈzʌmpʃən/

noun

Definition: A belief or assumption that something is true without proof; it can also refer to a bold or arrogant behavior.

Example: Her presumption that she would win the competition without practicing was surprising.

presumptive

IPA: /prɪˈzʌmp.tɪv/

KK: /prɪˈzʌmp.tɪv/

adjective

Definition: Based on what is likely to be true or assumed to be true without certain proof.

Example: The presumptive winner of the election is leading by a large margin.

presumptively

IPA: /prɪˈzʌmp.tɪv.li/

KK: /prɪˈzʌmp.tɪv.li/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is based on what is assumed or believed to be true, rather than what is known for certain.

Example: The evidence was presumptively accepted by the jury during the trial.

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