Synonyms of presumptive

presumptive

adjective

pri-ˈzəm(p)-tiv 

as in plausible

worthy of being accepted as true or reasonable

in that climate of fear, an accusation alone was presumptive evidence of guilt

Synonyms & Similar Words

• plausible
• credible
• probable
• possible
• compelling
• likely
• creditable
• conclusive
• reasonable
• believable
• acceptable
• reliable
• convincing
• effective
• practical
• persuasive
• conceivable
• cogent
• satisfying
• decisive
• strong
• telling
• forceful
• trustworthy
• dependable
• imaginable
• specious
• cogitable
• sophistic

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unlikely
• improbable
• implausible
• incredible
• impossible
• doubtful
• unbelievable
• questionable
• absurd
• ridiculous
• dubious
• outlandish
• preposterous
• inconceivable
• flimsy
• uncertain
• unplausible
• fantastic
• far-fetched
• unthinkable
• unimaginable
• suspicious
• skeptical
• suspect
• unsure
• useless
• unworkable
• hopeless

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of presumptive

The 24-year-old Garand, who was placed on waivers by the Rangers before the season but not claimed, is now the presumptive starter for New York, which has won five of seven games this season. — ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026

If the Dodgers win the series, the Milwaukee winter could be cold and long, with fans tortured by visions of Skubal and presumptive Cy Young winner Jacob Misiorowski starting four games in the series. — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2026

After three quarters, Sanders’ CU Buffs had as many first downs (15) at Folsom Field as the Big 12’s presumptive favorites, and almost twice as many passing yards (203-113). — Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 4 Oct. 2026

With this week’s exit of Paramount+ streaming head Cindy Holland, Casey Bloys is the presumptive ruler of all streaming at Skydance. — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 2 Oct. 2026