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PRESUPPOSES

(verb)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Presupposes.

Presupposes - as a verb

Take for granted or as a given; suppose beforehand

Example: "I presuppose that you have done your work"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suppose11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
assume8presume11take for granted
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Require as a necessary antecedent or precondition

Example: "This step presupposes two prior ones"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
suppose11

Example Sentences

"John's argument presupposes that all humans are selfish by nature."
"The theory of evolution presupposes that life originated from single-celled organisms."
"The success of the project presupposes the availability of sufficient funding."
"The proposal presupposes that the company will experience steady growth over the next five years."
"The argument presupposes that education is the key to reducing poverty."
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Word Game Points

Is PRESUPPOSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, presupposes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PRESUPPOSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is PRESUPPOSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, presupposes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRESUPPOSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is PRESUPPOSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, presupposes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRESUPPOSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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