to presume
01
推测, 假定
to think that something is true based on probability or likelihood
Transitive: to presume that
例子
When the weather suddenly changed, they had to presume that the outdoor event might be canceled.
当天气突然变化时，他们不得不推测户外活动可能会被取消。
02
利用, 滥用
to take advantage of someone or something for personal gain
Intransitive: to presume on sth | to presume upon sth
例子
She presumed upon their hospitality, staying far longer than she was invited.
她利用了他们的好客，停留的时间远远超过了被邀请的时间。
03
假定, 擅自
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
例子
She presumed to speak for the group without asking for anyone's opinion.
她未经任何人同意就擅自代表小组发言。
词汇树
presumable
presumption
presume
