Presumptive

a.	1.	Based on presumption or probability; grounded on probable evidence; probable; as, presumptive proof.
	2.	Presumptuous; arrogant. Presumptive evidence (Law) that which is derived from circumstances which necessarily or usually attend a fact, as distinct from direct evidence or positive proof; indirect or circumstantial evidence. "Presumptive evidence of felony should be cautiously admitted." Blackstone. The distinction, however, between direct and presumptive (or circumstantial) evidence is now generally abandoned; all evidence being now more or less direct and more or less presumptive. - Blackstone. Presumptive heir See Heir presumptive, under Heir.

Adj.	1.	presumptive - having a reasonable basis for belief or acceptance; "the presumptive heir (or heir apparent)"
	2.	presumptive - affording reasonable grounds for belief or acceptance; "presumptive evidence"; "a strong presumptive case is made out"

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