assume
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/əˈsjuːm/]
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Senses
1. assume (verb) — sense 1
Definition: To authenticate by means of belief; to surmise; to suppose to be true, especially without proof.
Example: We assume that, as her parents were dentists, she knows quite a bit about dentistry.
2. assume (verb) — sense 2
Definition: To take on a position, duty or form.
Example: Mr. Jones will assume the position of a lifeguard until a proper replacement is found.
3. assume (verb) — sense 3
Definition: To adopt a feigned quality or manner; to claim without right; to arrogate.
Example: He assumed an air of indifference.
Structure of the word
Roots:- h₁em (Proto-Indo-European)
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