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Presume

usgb/prɪˈzuːm/Volume
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Uncertain Belief

Use 'presume' to express a belief when you're not completely sure, but have some reasons.

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I can cancel my trip, as I presume the conference will be postponed.
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Not Confirm

'Presume' generally doesn't require evidence, unlike 'prove' or 'confirm'.

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We presume she’s coming, though she hasn’t confirmed.
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Suggest Diplomacy

Use 'presume' to sound more polite and less assertive than saying 'assume'.

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I presume you've finished the project, or is there more to do?
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