presumptive
adjective
1. having a reasonable basis for belief or acceptance
- the presumptive heir (or heir apparent)
Similar word(s): likely, probable
2. affording reasonable grounds for belief or acceptance
- presumptive evidence
- a strong presumptive case is made out
Similar word(s): believable, credible
Sentences with presumptive as an adjective:
- By late May, he was already considered his party's presumptive nominee.
- Forgive me for being presumptive, but aren't you and Mark engaged?