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to assume
01
to think that something is true without having proof or evidence
Transitive: to assume sth | to assume that
Examples
She often assumes that everyone agrees with her perspective.
02
to dress oneself in or place something on the body
Transitive: to assume clothing or accessories
Examples
She assumed her coat before stepping out into the cold.
03
to start displaying a particular appearance or feature
Transitive: to assume a quality or appearance
Examples
As the storm approached, the sky assumed a dark and menacing hue.
04
to take or begin to have power or responsibility
Transitive: to assume a role or position
Examples
She assumed the role of team leader after the manager resigned.
05
to accept responsibility for someone else's financial obligations or debts
Transitive: to assume a debt
Examples
The new company assumed the debts of the smaller firm after the merger.
06
to lift or bring the soul of a believer into heaven
Transitive: to assume a person or their soul
Examples
It is believed that God assumed the soul of the saint into eternal peace.
07
to adopt or present a behavior, role, or identity
Transitive: to assume an attitude or identity
Examples
He assumed an air of confidence, though he was nervous inside.
08
to seize power by the use of force and without the right to do so
Transitive: to assume power or control
Examples
The rebels assumed control of the government after a violent coup.
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