assume
Definition
- v. take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
- v. take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities
- v. take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect
- v. occupy or take on
Word forms
- Past participle
- assumed
- Present participle
- assuming
- Past tense
- assumed
- Third person singular
- assumes
Example sentences
vt.
I assume that you have completed the project on time.
vi.
He tends to assume a position of authority even when he is not in charge.