Meaning & Definition of word "Assuming"

Assuming

/əˈsjuː.mɪŋ/

verb:

  • 1. To take for granted or without proof; to suppose.
    • Example: Assuming that it doesn't rain, we will have a picnic tomorrow.
  • 2. To take on or accept a responsibility or role.
    • Example: She is assuming the role of team leader for the project.
  • 3. To pretend to have a particular quality or appearance.
    • Example: He was assuming an air of confidence, despite his nervousness.

adjective:

  • 1. Pertaining to something that is taken for granted or supposed.
    • Example: The assuming nature of the statement lead to misunderstandings.

Etymology

From Latin 'assumere', meaning 'to take to oneself'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

assuming away:

To dismiss something as irrelevant based on assumptions.

assuming the worst:

To presume that the worst possible outcome will occur.

assuming responsibility:

To take charge of or accept accountability for something.

Related Words

assumption:

A fact or statement taken for granted as true.

presumption:

An idea that is taken to be true on the basis of evidence.

premise:

A previous statement or proposition from which another is inferred.

Slang Meanings of assuming

Meaning: Assume much

Example Sentence: Don't assume much; always ask for clarity.

Meaning: Assumptions lead to misunderstandings

Example Sentence: Assuming things can often lead to problems.