Pronunciation

/əˈsʌm/

Definitions

Verb

• Noun: The act or process of taking something for granted or accepting it without proof or evidence. For example: “They assumed the project would be completed on time.”
• Verb: To suppose or believe something to be true, often without sufficient evidence. For example: “I’ll assume you’re coming to the meeting unless you tell me otherwise.”
• Intransitive verb: To take on or adopt a particular role or identity. For example: “She assumes the role of a leader when necessary.”

Phrases

• “Assume responsibility” means to take charge or be accountable for something.
• “Assume the worst” implies supposing that the outcome will be unfavorable.
• “Assume a position” means to adopt a particular stance or posture.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The team assumed their positions on the field.”
• Verb: “Don’t assume he knows the answer; let’s check first.”
• Intransitive verb: “After graduating, she assumed the role of a professional artist.”

Synonyms

• Presume
• Assume (as a verb)
• Guess
• Suppose
• Take for granted
• Adopt

Antonyms

• Disprove
• Deny
• Doubt
• Question
• Rebut