Assume
Pronunciation: /əˈsum/
Assume (verb)
- to believe something is true without checking if it is.
- to start having a role or responsibility.
- to act like you are someone or something else.
Examples
- People often assume the worst without knowing the facts.
- She assumed he was late because of traffic.
Common collocations: assume the worst, wrongly assume, assume a position, assume responsibility, assume leadership