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assume

British pronunciation/ɐsˈuːm/
American pronunciation/əˈsum/
to assume
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

put clothing on one's body

synonyms : don
get into
put on
wear
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to assume definition and meaning
2

to accept the truth of something without any proof

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3

take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect

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4

to take or begin to have power or responsibility

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5

take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person

synonyms : accept
bear
take over
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6

occupy or take on

synonyms : strike
take
take up
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7

take up someone's soul into heaven

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8

make a pretence of

synonyms : feign
sham
simulate
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9

to seize power by the use of force and without the right to do so

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Examples
1. But then I assume you got the picture when we were there.
2. Many people assume that men are naturally better at sports, but time and time again, female athletes have proven that the gray mare is the better horse, often outperforming their male counterparts.
3. It was better than nothing I assume.
4. Don't get ahead of yourself and assume you'll win the competition without proper preparation.
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Nearby words

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  • assorted
  • assort
  • assoil
  • association
  • assure
  • asterisk
  • asteroid
  • asthma
  • asthma attack
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