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presumption

/prɪˈzʌm.pʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does presumption mean?

noun

The act of taking something for granted or assuming something without sufficient evidence; a conclusion or judgment made without sufficient evidence or warrant.

Example

"The lawyer's presumption of guilt was based on circumstantial evidence and was later proven to be incorrect."

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