Assume
To take something as true without proof, or to take on a role, responsibility, or task.
verbAssume
To take something as true without proof, or to take on a role, responsibility, or task.
verbImagine This
Imagine you walk into a team meeting and, without asking, you step up to lead the discussion and outline the plan as if you were in charge.
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uh-SYOOM
Looks Like
resembles the word 'resume' in spelling
Remember This
Assume can mean both 'take for granted' and 'take on a role or responsibility'; it does not always imply truth or proof.
Other Forms
Connect With
presume, suppose, take on, undertake, accept
Note
Be careful not to confuse with 'presume' (which implies some justification or evidence) or with 'assent' (agreement). Use 'assume' for taking on duties or for treating something as true without verification.
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