Presuppose
Meaning: To require something as a precondition; to assume it beforehand.
Example
- The question "When did you stop cheating?" presupposes that the person once cheated.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms:
assumepresumetake for granted
Practice question
Which choice best matches the meaning of “presuppose”?
Answer: D) To require something as a precondition; to assume it beforehand.
“Presuppose” means: To require something as a precondition; to assume it beforehand.
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