Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
assumptionist
noun
əˈsʌmpʃənɪst
Definition
A person who adheres to or is characterized by a certain belief or assumption.
Examples
- As an assumptionist, she believes that certain outcomes are inevitable based on her prior experiences.
- The assumptionist perspective in the debate highlighted differing views on human nature.
Meaning
One who takes certain propositions for granted, often without proof, in a philosophical or theological context.
Synonyms
- believer
- presupposer
- theorist
