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presupposed

/prɪˈsʌpsəʊzd/ verb · British & US
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What does presupposed mean?

verb

Assumed or taken for granted beforehand; implied or understood before being stated. Often used in philosophical or logical contexts.

Example

"The philosopher's argument was based on the presupposition that human beings are rational creatures."

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