Presumptuous – Overstepping due bounds

PRONOUNCE PRESUMPTUOUS

(Pronounced pre-zuhmp-tyoo-uhs)

REMEMBER MEANING OF PRESUMPTUOUS

To remember the definition of the word presumptuous, use the following mnemonic:

Previous to my sumptuous (presumptuous) diet, I only ate carrots, now I overstep all boundaries and eat everything.

Examples of presumptuous in a sentence.

It was presumptuous of him to purchase the item.

The man seemed too presumptuous to be a humble leader for the nation, so he was not elected.

I don't want to sound presumptuous, but I might be the only person who can deal with the situation.