assuming

/əˈsumɪŋ/

conjunction

Used for the purpose of argument to indicate a premise on which a statement can be based.

assuming that the treaty is ratified, what is its relevance?

considering,taking into consideration,taking into account,in view of,bearing in mind,giving consideration to,keeping in mind,in the light of

adjective

Arrogant or presumptuous.

Usually an assuming policeman would come on screen and mumble something about a new lead in the process tracking down the culprits.

bold,brazen,brazen-faced,barefaced,brash,shameless,immodest,audacious,daring,presumptuous,presuming,assuming,familiar,overfamiliar