assumes

[əˈsjuːmz]

assumes Definition

• 1. to take for granted or accept without proof
• 2. to undertake or begin (a role, responsibility, etc.)
• 3. to pretend to have or be

Using assumes: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "assumes" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He assumes that everyone likes him.

• Example

  She assumed the role of CEO after the previous one resigned.

• Example

  He assumes a British accent when he talks to his colleagues from London.

assumes Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for assumes

• presume
• suppose
• accept
• adopt
• take for granted

Antonyms for assumes

• doubt
• disbelieve
• reject

Phrases with assumes

• assume the worst

  to expect or believe that the worst possible thing will happen

  Example

  I always assume the worst when I don't hear back from him.

• assume responsibility

  to take on or accept responsibility for something

  Example

  The company's CEO assumed responsibility for the data breach.

• assume the position

  to take up a particular stance or posture, often in preparation for something

  Example

  The soldiers were ordered to assume the position and wait for further instructions.

Origins of assumes

from Latin 'assumere', meaning 'to take up'

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Summary: assumes in Brief

'Assumes' [əˈsjuːmz] means to take for granted or accept without proof, to undertake or begin a role or responsibility, or to pretend to have or be. It is often used in phrases like 'assume the worst,' 'assume responsibility,' and 'assume the position.' Synonyms include 'presume,' 'suppose,' and 'adopt,' while antonyms include 'doubt,' 'disbelieve,' and 'reject.'