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The correct spelling is assumes.
How to pronounce assumes
verb
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The correct spelling is assumes. To authenticate by means of belief; to surmise; to suppose to be true, especially without proof For example: "We assume that, as her parents were dentists, she knows quite a bit about dentistry."
Usage Examples
“We assume that, as her parents were dentists, she knows quite a bit about dentistry.”
“Mr. Jones will assume the position of a lifeguard until a proper replacement is found.”
“He assumed an air of indifference”
Definition
verb
- 1.To authenticate by means of belief; to surmise; to suppose to be true, especially without proof
- 2.To take on a position, duty or form
- 3.To adopt a feigned quality or manner; to claim without right; to arrogate
- 4.To receive, adopt (a person)
- 5.To adopt (an idea or cause)
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