Presumptuous (Adjective)
Meaning
Excessively forward; "an assumptive person"; "on a subject like this it would be too assuming for me to decide"; "the duchess would not put up with presumptuous servants".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- He was so presumptuous as to ask the CEO for a personal meeting without an introduction.
- Her presumptuous attitude towards her colleagues made it difficult for her to make friends at work.
- It would be presumptuous of me to think that I could solve this complex problem on my own.
- The presumptuous tone of the letter made it clear that the writer was not interested in hearing opposing views.
- The new employee's presumptuous behavior towards his supervisor was met with a stern warning.