assume

/əˈsuːm/ · verb

Meaning

To authenticate by means of belief; to surmise; to suppose to be true, especially without proof
To take on a position, duty or form
To adopt a feigned quality or manner; to claim without right; to arrogate
To receive, adopt (a person)
To adopt (an idea or cause)

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Related words

presume(English)take for granted(English)accept(English)simulate(English)take on(English)acquire(English)feign(English)get into(English)responsibilities(English)responsibility(English)preferences(English)assumption(English)

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