Presumptive

usgb/prɪˈzʌmptɪv/
adjective

Likely to happen or be true, even though not guaranteed or proven.

Due to his strong performance, he's the presumptive nominee for the role
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Often appears as...

  • presumptive nominee
  • presumptive heir

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Likelihood Not Certainty

Use 'presumptive' to show an outcome is very likely, but there's still room for a different result.

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Her strong poll numbers make her the presumptive winner, but the election isn't over.
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Often Political

'Presumptive' commonly refers to candidates who are almost sure to be chosen.

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After the primaries, he became the party's presumptive candidate for president.
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Confidence and Speculation

Indicates a strong belief about the future based on current trends or information.

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With the company's growth, she is the presumptive CEO successor.
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