presumed
/prɪˈzuːmd/ · pre·sumed
verb
- To act presumptuously, doing something without proper authority or permission. She presumed to rearrange the office furniture without consulting the manager.
- To assume something to be true without proof; to take for granted. He presumed the meeting was cancelled and left early.
adjective
- Appearing to be the most probable, often leading to preparations being made for it. The presumed winner of the race was already receiving sponsorship offers.
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Did you know? The legal maxim “presumed innocent until proven guilty” originated in the 18th‑century English Bill of Rights, making “presumed” a cornerstone of modern jurisprudence.