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Presumptuous

/prɪˈzʌmptʃəwəs/
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(adj) Making unwarranted presumptions or assumptions, often out of arrogance or excessive self-confidence, and thus exceeding appropriate or rightful limits.

It would be presumptuous to call myself his replacement, but I could offer some guidance.
I don't want to be presumptuous.
CEFR Practice Quiz
It was considered ____ of him to assume he would be promoted without even applying for the role.

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