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presumptuous

[/prɪˈzʌmptʃuəs/]
adjective
presunçoso
1. Going beyond what is right or proper; overstepping due bounds; impertinent
It would be presumptuous of me to assume I know what you're thinking.
Seria presunçoso da minha parte assumir que sei o que você está pensando.
2. Characterized by or resulting from immoderate ambition, presumption, or arrogance
His presumptuous behavior at the meeting alienated everyone.
Seu comportamento presunçoso na reunião alienou todos.
NYC Slang
acting bougie or acting like you're better than everyone
Synonyms
arrogantaudaciousboldimpertinentinsolentoverconfidentcockyuppity
Antonyms
humblemodestrespectfultimiddiffidentdeferential

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
presunçoso
Most common usage
Rio de Janeiro
presunçoso
Standard usage, may use 'atrevido' colloquially
São Paulo
presunçoso
Standard usage
Portugal
presunçoso
Standard usage, can also use 'arrogante'

Related Idioms & Phrases

take liberties
step out of line
put on airs
above one's station
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