Presumption

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Synonyms of presumption

Antonyms of presumption

Collocations of presumption

presumption of innocence
Frequency: 80 %

In our justice system, there is a presumption of innocence until proven guilty.

false presumption
Frequency: 70 %

His false presumption led to his downfall.

legal presumption
Frequency: 60 %

The legal presumption in this case favored the defendant.

presumption of guilt
Frequency: 50 %

The media's coverage created a presumption of guilt before the trial even began.

presumption of knowledge
Frequency: 45 %

The professor operated under the presumption of knowledge among his students.

Idiomatic Expressions for presumption

  • Phrase: presumption of guilt
    Meaning: the assumption or belief that someone is guilty of a crime without evidence or proof
    Usage: It is important to avoid jumping to conclusions and making a presumption of guilt before all the facts are known.