Presumptuous: meaning, definitions and examples

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presumptuous

[ prɪˈzʌmpʧuəs ]

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in behavior

Failing to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate; overstepping bounds.

Synonyms

arrogant, audacious, forward, impertinent

Examples of usage

He acted presumptuously by making decisions without consulting his team.
Don't be so presumptuous as to think you know what's best for everyone.

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in speech

Failing to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate; overstepping bounds in one's manner of speaking.

Synonyms

bold, cheeky, disrespectful, insolent

Examples of usage

Her presumptuous remarks offended many people in the room.
It was presumptuous of him to assume he knew more than the expert.

Translations

Translations of the word "presumptuous" in other languages:

🇵🇹 presunçoso

🇮🇳 अहंकारी

🇩🇪 anmaßend

🇮🇩 sombong

🇺🇦 самовпевнений

🇵🇱 zarozumiały

🇯🇵 思い上がった

🇫🇷 présomptueux

🇪🇸 presuntuoso

🇹🇷 küstah

🇰🇷 건방진

🇸🇦 مغرور

🇨🇿 domýšlivý

🇸🇰 domýšľavý

🇨🇳 自负的

🇸🇮 prezriv

🇮🇸 hroki

🇰🇿 өзінше

🇬🇪 თავკაცური

🇦🇿 özündən razı

🇲🇽 presuntuoso

Word origin

The word 'presumptuous' originates from the Latin word 'praesumptuosus', which means 'full of forethought' or 'anticipating'. Over time, the meaning evolved to denote someone who acts without proper authority or permission. The concept of presumptuousness has been a part of human interactions for centuries, often associated with arrogance or disrespect.