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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

presumptuous

/prɛzˈʌmpʃuəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does presumptuous mean?

adjective

Exceeding what is considered proper or acceptable; overconfident or presuming too much. Showing an assumption of facts or circumstances known only to another.

Example

"Her presumptuous attitude towards her new boss was evident in the way she spoke to him."

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