to presume
01
推測する, 仮定する
to think that something is true based on probability or likelihood
Transitive: to presume that
例
Without clear evidence, she could only presume that the meeting would be rescheduled.
明確な証拠がなかったので、彼女は会議が再スケジュールされるとしか推測できなかった。
02
利用する, 乱用する
to take advantage of someone or something for personal gain
Intransitive: to presume on sth | to presume upon sth
例
He presumed on his friend's kindness by constantly asking for favors.
彼は絶えず好意を求めることで友人の親切を当てにした。
03
推定する, 横柄に振る舞う
to assume the right to do something, often in a way that is seen as disrespectful or overly bold
Transitive: to presume to do sth
例
He presumed to tell his boss how to do her job, which upset everyone in the office.
彼は上司に仕事のやり方を教えるという思い上がりを見せ、オフィスの全員を不快にさせた。
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