to presume
01
推测, 假定
to think that something is true based on probability or likelihood
Transitive: to presume that
例子
Without clear evidence, she could only presume that the meeting would be rescheduled.
没有明确的证据，她只能推测会议会被重新安排。
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
He presumed on his friend's kindness by constantly asking for favors.
他通过不断请求帮助利用了他朋友的善良。
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
He presumed to tell his boss how to do her job, which upset everyone in the office.
他擅自告诉老板如何做她的工作，这让办公室里的每个人都感到不安。
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
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