presumable
/pri'zju:məbl/
Definition
Adjective: - Capable of being presumed or reasonably supposed; likely to be true based on available evidence. It describes something that can be inferred or accepted as probable, even if not proven with absolute certainty.
Usage
The word "presumable" is used to qualify a statement, fact, or outcome that is the most logical or likely conclusion based on what is known. It often implies a deduction from reasonable grounds rather than direct proof. - It typically precedes a noun or follows a linking verb like "is" or "seems." - It is a formal term, more common in written analysis, argumentation, or academic contexts than in casual conversation.
Examples
- The presumable cause of the power outage was the severe storm.
- Given his expertise and experience, his promotion is presumable.
- The document's presumable author is the secretary, as it bears her style.
Advanced Usage
- "It is presumable that...": A common construction used to introduce a likely conclusion.
- It is presumable that the meeting will be postponed due to the weather.
Variants and Related Words
- Presumably (adverb): Used to convey that something is assumed to be the case based on probability.
- He is presumably at home by now.
- Presume (verb): To suppose that something is the case based on probability.
- I presume you have already eaten.
- Presumption (noun): An idea that is taken to be true, often without complete proof.
- The plan was based on the presumption of continued funding.
Synonyms
- Probable: Likely to happen or be the case.
- Likely: Such as well might happen or be true.
- Supposable: Capable of being supposed or imagined.
- Assumable: Capable of being assumed or taken for granted.
Antonyms
- Improbable: Not likely to be true or to happen.
- Unlikely: Not likely to happen or be the case.
- Certain: Known for sure; established beyond doubt.
Adjective
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capable of being inferred on slight grounds
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