assumption
noun | /assumption/
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something that is accepted as true without proof; the act of taking responsibility or power
assumption
noun | /assumption/
Advanced WordsEASYsomething that is accepted as true without proof; the act of taking responsibility or power
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Synonyms
presumptionhypothesisbeliefexpectationinference
Antonyms
certaintyfactrealityproof
Examples
"Her assumption about his motives was wrong."
"The assumption of power came with challenges."
Mnemonic Trick
Assumption = Assume → To take as true without proof.
Etymology
From Latin assumere = to take to oneself
ad- (to) + sumere (take)
Source: Advanced WordsAdded: 9/28/2025
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