presumption

/pɹɪˈzʌmp.ʃən/noun
High School
1

The act of presuming, or something presumed.

2

The belief of something based upon reasonable evidence, or upon something known to be true.

3

The condition upon which something is presumed.

4

Arrogant behaviour; the act of venturing beyond due bounds of reverence or respect.

5

An inference that a trier of fact is either permitted or required to draw under certain factual circumstances (as prescribed by statute or case law) unless the party against whom the inference is drawn is able to rebut it with admissible, competent evidence.

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Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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