presumptive (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /prɪˈzʌmptɪv/
Definition
Based on probability or assumption; supposed or presumed to be true until proven otherwise.
Examples
The presumptive diagnosis was pneumonia, but further tests were needed.
He was the presumptive winner of the election before all votes were counted.
The presumptive evidence suggested the suspect was involved.
How to Use presumptive
- presumptive of (prepositional phrase)
- Likely to lead to or indicate something. — "His silence was presumptive of guilt."
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