<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object)<ul><li>To suppose or assume beforehand; take for granted in advance.</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>Presume (of a thing, condition, or state of affairs) to require or imply as an antecedent condition: An effect presupposes a cause.</li></ul>