assuming

[ uh-soo-ming ]

adjective

1. taking too much for granted; presumptuous.

assuming

/ əˈsjuːmɪŋ /

adjective

1. expecting too much; presumptuous; arrogant

conjunction

1. often foll by that if it is assumed or taken for granted (that)

   even assuming he understands the problem, he will never take any action

Other Words From

• as·suming·ly adverb
• self-as·suming adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of assuming¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; assume + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Should the Democrats succeed with most or all of the nominations, Trump will have around just 20 judicial vacancies to fill upon assuming office in January.

From Salon

That law could be in force within a year and it could help the men get answers, assuming they are there to be found.

From BBC

“Dune: Prophecy” continues HBO’s thematic streak of examining human nature from the heights of wealth and influence, assuming its audience gleans joy from watching the rich cannibalize each other.

From Salon

Besides, assuming that Latinos would break the time-honored immigrant tradition of spitting on more recent arrivals was as foolish as thinking that Liz Cheney campaigning alongside Harris would do any good.

From Los Angeles Times

As mentioned, Black liberals operated through a critique of the existing order from within, rather than assuming the necessity of its wholesale destruction.

From Salon