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as in immodest
showing a lack of proper social reserve or modesty
it's a little presumptuous of you to assume that I'm your new best friend just because I invited you along
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as in arrogant
having a feeling of superiority that shows itself in an overbearing attitude
the presumptuous doctor didn't even bother to explain to me the treatment that I would be receiving
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as in meddlesome
thrusting oneself where one is not welcome or invited
the presumptuous salesclerk started picking out some very expensive accessories for the outfit I had just chosen
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Recent Examples of presumptuous
Maybe some person will be presumptuous enough to wonder aloud what might have influenced the plot of this book.
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Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
Any suggestion that the Eagles offense is just as formidable without Hurts is either hopeful or presumptuous.
—Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
Many felt that the mother-in-law was indeed being presumptuous.
—Karen Fratti, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
Maybe some person will be presumptuous enough to wonder aloud what might have influenced the plot of this book.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
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Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
Any suggestion that the Eagles offense is just as formidable without Hurts is either hopeful or presumptuous.
—Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
Many felt that the mother-in-law was indeed being presumptuous.
—Karen Fratti, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
Maybe some person will be presumptuous enough to wonder aloud what might have influenced the plot of this book.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for presumptuous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for presumptuous
Adjective
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The visitors who receive cold stares are usually those who flout local practices – such as speaking loudly in a country that values peace and quiet or wearing inappropriate or immodest clothing in a more traditional setting. Make a personal connection.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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After Mahmoud, however, all of these parents now have a right to advance notice. Schools that fail to predict that a lesson about a Jewish woman with a career, a Hindu husband, or an immodest wardrobe will offend a parent’s religious belief will now face very serious financial consequences.—
Ian Millhiser,
Vox,
7 Dec. 2018
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As the day goes on, Jim goes from a caricature of an arrogant male director to an oddly compelling picture of a pathetic man, moved by spite toward his ex-wife, Anita.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 July 2025
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Actor Tyler Hilton played Chris Keller, a charming but arrogant musician, on four seasons of the teen soap.—
Bryan West,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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But instead of meddlesome mamas making matches, the dating game now more closely resembles the stock market, with daters’ valuations charting up and down.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
15 June 2025
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The special ops unit chases every lead possible, from bribes to Mexican drug cartels, a meddlesome L.A. District Attorney (Merrick McCartha) and corruption in the government of Belarus.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
25 June 2025
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This season encourages spiritual growth, embracing your voice, and taking bold steps toward a broader vision.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
24 July 2025
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Patience is the ultimate virtue Thanks to the three biggest decisions Ujiri made in the 13 months leading up to the title — the firing of Dwane Casey, the trade for Kawhi Leonard and the deadline trade for Marc Gasol — Ujiri gained a reputation for bold, abrupt decision-making.—
Eric Koreen,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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As pompous actor Garry, Nehal Joshi aces the tough task of making his character’s halting, inarticulate speech sound authentic.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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And more than any other animal, cats represented to her its moral antithesis: lazy, pompous, interested only in themselves.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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There’s something officious about Alden Ehrenreich.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2023
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Her charming luxury treasure trove has none of that officious chilliness that defines the typical store of its ilk but instead feels like a brocanterie crammed with interesting, unexpected luxury goods from across the world.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
2 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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To carry forward purpose, beliefs, stories and struggles that still echo in decisions made today.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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In the Bauhaus-simple cockpit, driver and passenger sit low and enjoy unencumbered forward vision over a three-instrument dash.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
18 July 2025
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Even when Season Three felt meandering or pretentious, the vibe set by the music and the production design never faltered.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
26 June 2025
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My book recommendations are uncommon, but not pretentious.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2025
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“Presumptuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presumptuous. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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