presumption
Signification (English)
- The act of presuming, or something presumed.
- The belief of something based upon reasonable evidence, or upon something known to be true.
- The condition upon which something is presumed.
- Arrogant behaviour; the act of venturing beyond due bounds of reverence or respect.
- An inference that a trier of fact is either permitted or required to draw under certain factual circumstances (as prescribed by statute or case law) unless the party against whom the inference is drawn is able to rebut it with admissible, competent evidence.
Concepts
Synonyms
conceit
forward behaviour
overweening confidence
rushing recklessly
standing on one’s dignity
speculate
speculation
venturing beyond due bounds
arrogant conduct
Fréquence
Prononcé comme (IPA)
/pɹɪˈzʌmp.ʃən/
Étymologie (English)
Borrowed from Middle French presumption, from Old French presumption, from Latin praesumptiō.
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