Synonyms for

Assume

Verb / ʌˈsu:m / Another word for assume — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To suppose or take for granted without proof.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

suppose presume postulate surmise

Informal

guess reckon figure bet

Literary

deem conjecture

Antonyms

deny doubt disprove refute contradict question challenge

Common collocations

  • assume responsibility
  • assume control
  • assume power
  • assume a role
  • assume the worst
  • assume a position
  • assume an attitude

Word family

noun assumption
verb assume
adjective assumptive

Usage note

Often used to mean 'take on' or 'take possession of' (e.g., assume command) or 'suppose to be true' (e.g., assume he is right). Be mindful of the context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I assume that the sky is blue.
  2. She assumed that the movie was going to be boring.
  3. He assumed that his team would win the game.
  4. They assumed that the restaurant would be crowded.
  5. We assumed that the test would be difficult.

Quotes

  • Assuming is the root of all disappointments.
  • Do not assume that she who seeks to comfort you now, lives untroubled among the simple and quiet words that sometimes do you good. Her life may also have much sadness and difficulty, that remains far beyond yours.
  • Assuming is dangerous, but if you take it as a calculated risk, then it's fine.

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