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Presupposition
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something that one perceives to be true, even though it remains to be proved, especially at the beginning of an argument
presupposition
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supposition
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suppose
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Example
The philosopher's theory starts with the presupposition of human rationality.
The legal case relied on the presupposition that the defendant had prior knowledge of the crime.
The debate began with the presupposition that economic growth leads to job creation.
Their discussion was built on the presupposition that technology always advances society.
His argument was based on the presupposition that all voters are well-informed.
