presuppose
To assume some truth without proof, usually for the purpose of reaching a conclusion…To assume some truth without proof, usually for the purpose of reaching a conclusion based on that truth.
» Conversation between two people presupposes four attentive ears.
Ein Zwiegespräch setzt vier aufmerksame Ohren voraus.
Meaning
1 sensesTo assume some truth without proof, usually for the purpose of reaching a conclusion based on that truth.
erfordern, voraussetzen
предполага́тьpredpolagátʹ
- require as a necessary antecedent or precondition
- take for granted or as a given; suppose beforehand
Examples
3 sentencesConversation between two people presupposes four attentive ears.
deEin Zwiegespräch setzt vier aufmerksame Ohren voraus.
We must presuppose that the wage paid is economically just.
She presupposes that he's innocent.
Translations
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Origin
From Middle French presupposer, from Latin praesuppōnō.From Middle French presupposer, from Latin praesuppōnō.
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Forms
presupposes, presupposing, presupposed, presupposed| Base form | presuppose · to presuppose |
|---|---|
| 3rd person singular | presupposes |
| Present participle | presupposing |
| Past simple | presupposed |
| Past participle | presupposed |
regular · Lesson
Synonyms
1 synonymsWord family
1 related wordsLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle