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presumptuous

adjectiveformaluncommon/pɾɨzũˈkozu/pre·sun·ço·so

Definition

1

Having or showing an exaggerated opinion of one's own abilities or importance; arrogant.

Usage examples

“His presumptuous speech alienated many colleagues. | He is a presumptuous man who thinks he knows everything.”

Common combinations

presumptuous attitudepresumptuous behavior