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to assume
01
assumir, presumir
to think that something is true without having proof or evidence
Transitive: to assume sth | to assume that
Example
Right now, some team members are assuming that the project deadline will be extended.
She often assumes that everyone agrees with her perspective.
Yesterday, he mistakenly assumed that the meeting was canceled.
02
vestir, usar
to dress oneself in or place something on the body
Transitive: to assume clothing or accessories
Example
The actor assumed the elaborate costume for his role on stage.
The knight assumed his armor before entering the battlefield.
She assumed her coat before stepping out into the cold.
03
assumir, adotar
to start displaying a particular appearance or feature
Transitive: to assume a quality or appearance
Example
The story assumed a tragic dimension with the unexpected twist.
Her face assumed a look of surprise when she heard the news.
His voice assumed a tone of authority as he addressed the team.
04
assumir, tomar
to take or begin to have power or responsibility
Transitive: to assume a role or position
Example
The new president will assume office next month.
He assumed control of the company during the CEO ’s absence.
She assumed the role of team leader after the manager resigned.
05
assumir, aceitar
to accept responsibility for someone else's financial obligations or debts
Transitive: to assume a debt
Example
The buyer assumed the seller 's outstanding debts as part of the purchase agreement.
The new company assumed the debts of the smaller firm after the merger.
They agreed to assume the debts left behind by the previous administration.
06
assumir, elevar
to lift or bring the soul of a believer into heaven
Transitive: to assume a person or their soul
Example
The vision depicted angels assuming the soul of the righteous into the presence of God.
It is believed that God assumed the soul of the saint into eternal peace.
According to the scripture, the faithful were assumed into heaven to dwell with the divine.
07
assumir, suponhar
to adopt or present a behavior, role, or identity
Transitive: to assume an attitude or identity
Example
She assumed a false identity to gain access to the restricted area.
He assumed an air of confidence, though he was nervous inside.
She assumed the demeanor of a professional, though she was new to the job.
08
usurpar, tomar à força
to seize power by the use of force and without the right to do so
Transitive: to assume power or control
Example
The insurgents assumed control of key facilities during the uprising.
A rogue commander assumed command of the army.
The rebels assumed control of the government after a violent coup.
Exemplo
Right now, some team members are assuming that the project deadline will be extended.
She often assumes that everyone agrees with her perspective.
Yesterday, he mistakenly assumed that the meeting was canceled.
People frequently assume the worst without knowing the full story.
They assumed the project would be easy, but it turned out to be quite challenging.
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