Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Assume.
How to pronounce assume:
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Assume - as a verb
Take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
Example: "I assume his train was late"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
presume11take for grantedHypernyms (Closely Related)
anticipate14expect17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities
Example: "When will the new president assume office?"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adopt8take ontake overHypernyms (Closely Related)
take officeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect
Example: "His voice took on a sad tone"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acquire18adopt8take8take onHypernyms (Closely Related)
change12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person
Example: "I'll accept the charges"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
accept12bear6take overHypernyms (Closely Related)
take8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession
Example: "He assumed to himself the right to fill all positions in the town"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arrogate9seize14take overusurp7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
take8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Make a pretence of
Example: "She assumed indifference, even though she was seething with anger"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
feign9sham9simulate10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
act5dissemble14pretend10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Take up someone's soul into heaven
Example: "This is the day when mary was assumed into heaven"
Example Sentences
"Don't assume that I will always be available to help you."
"I assume he is busy because he hasn't replied to my message."
"Let's assume that the meeting starts at 9 o'clock."
"She often assumes a defensive attitude when someone criticizes her."
"I assume responsibility for the mistake and will fix it."
Word Game Points
Is ASSUME a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, assume is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ASSUME has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is ASSUME a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, assume is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordASSUME has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is ASSUME a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, assume is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordASSUME has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
