presuppose
/ˌpriːsəˈpoʊz/
verb
- To need or assume something as a necessary condition for something else to be true or possible.
- His argument presupposes that the data is accurate, which we haven't confirmed.
- The theory presupposes that all people are rational actors.
- A successful marriage presupposes trust and communication between partners.
- To believe or assume something is true before having proof or evidence.
- She presupposed he would help, but he never showed up.
- We cannot presuppose the outcome of the election.
- Don't presuppose that I agree with your plan just because I'm listening.
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