English adjective: presumptive | |||
1. | presumptive having a reasonable basis for belief or acceptance | ||
Samples | The presumptive heir (or heir apparent). | ||
Similar | likely, probable | ||
Antonyms | improbable, unlikely | ||
2. | presumptive affording reasonable grounds for belief or acceptance | ||
Samples | Presumptive evidence. A strong presumptive case is made out. | ||
Similar | believable, credible | ||
Antonyms | incredible, unbelievable | ||