Meaning & Definition of word "Assume"
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Assume
/əˈsuːm/
verb:
- 1. To take for granted or without proof; to suppose.
- Example: I assume you will attend the meeting tomorrow.
- 2. To take on a position, responsibility, or duty.
- Example: She will assume the role of team leader starting next week.
- 3. To take up or begin to have.
- Example: He assumed a defensive posture when he saw the dog.
- 4. To accept something as true without verification.
- Example: We can assume that the project will be completed on time based on past performance.
Etymology
Middle English: from Latin assumere, from ad- 'to' + sumere 'to take'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
assume responsibility:
to take charge or accept accountability for something.
assume the worst:
to believe that the most negative or pessimistic outcome will occur.
assume a position:
to take up a specific role or stance.
Related Words
presume:
to suppose something is true based on probability.
postulate:
to suggest or assume the existence or truth of something as a basis for reasoning.
presumption:
an idea that is taken to be true.
Slang Meanings of assume
Meaning: to make a guess about something
Example Sentence: Don't assume I'll be free; just ask first.
Meaning: to take something for granted
Example Sentence: You can't just assume he's coming to the party.