Dare he presume to scorn us in this manner? --Shak.
Bold deed thou hast presumed, adventurous Eve.
--Milton.
2. To take or suppose to be true, or entitled to belief,
without examination or proof, or on the strength of
probability; to take for granted; to infer; to suppose.
Every man is to be presumed innocent till he is
proved to be guilty. --Blackstone.
What rests but that the mortal sentence pass, . . .
Which he presumes already vain and void, Because not
yet inflicted? --Milton.
2. To venture, go, or act, by an assumption of leave or
authority not granted; to go beyond what is warranted by
the circumstances of the case; to venture beyond license;
to take liberties; -- often with on or upon before the
ground of confidence.
Do not presume too much upon my love. --Shak.
This man presumes upon his parts. --Locke.