GRE Word List

PRESUMPTUOUS

overstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties

The meaning of the word presumptuous is overstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties.

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WordMeaning
generateto bring into existence: such as
gauntexcessively thin and angular
compulsorymandatory
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
jeopardizeto expose to danger or risk : imperil
gnomemaxim
consistencyagreement or harmony of parts or features to one another or a whole : correspondence
colandera perforated utensil for washing or draining food
edifyto instruct and improve especially in moral and religious knowledge : uplift
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily