Presupposition
/prˌisəpəˈzɪʃən/
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Definition
(noun) An assumption made beforehand; a preliminary conjecture or speculation.
Sentence Examples
The theory is based on a somewhat flawed presupposition.
We should avoid making any unfair presupposition about others.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The hidden ____ in the question made it impossible to answer without accepting a false premise.