WordHive Learning Dictionary

Assume Meaning

Assume means guess something is true without full evidence.

verb 6 letters medium word
Dictionary definition

To think something is true without full proof.

Example sentences

Assume in a sentence

easy

In class, we used assume to explain our answer.

medium

Good readers use assume when they compare clues in a passage.

hard

The story asks students to use assume to judge which choice is most fair.

Synonyms

Words like Assume

reasonUse for thinking based on evidence.
understandUse for clear meaning in your mind.
Antonyms

Opposite words

confuseUse when understanding is unclear.
ignoreUse when someone does not think carefully.
Word family

Assume word family

Base word

assume

verb

assume

Base form.

Related words
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Practice 1

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