Associations to the word «Presuppose»

Wiktionary

PRESUPPOSE, verb. To assume some truth without proof, usually for the purpose of reaching a conclusion based on that truth.

Dictionary definition

PRESUPPOSE, verb. Take for granted or as a given; suppose beforehand; "I presuppose that you have done your work".
PRESUPPOSE, verb. Require as a necessary antecedent or precondition; "This step presupposes two prior ones".

Wise words

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley