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presumptuous

adjectiveformal/pɾɨzũˈkozu/low

pre·sun·ço·so

Definition

Having or showing an exaggerated opinion of one's own abilities or importance; arrogant.
His presumptuous speech alienated many colleagues. | He is a presumptuous man who thinks he knows everything.
Common collocations
presumptuous attitudepresumptuous behavior

Etymology

Do latim 'praesumptuosus', de 'praesumptio' (presunção).

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