English Synonym Finder

assume

Definitions

To suppose to be the case, without proof.

To take or begin to have power or responsibility.

To adopt or put on a particular appearance or manner.

Examples

I assume that you will be arriving at the meeting on time.

It is a mistake to assume that everyone shares your opinion.

The manager will assume responsibility for the project's success.

Synonyms

presume suppose surmise postulate infer conjecture believe

Antonyms

prove verify know calculate demonstrate ascertain substantiate