correctly-assumed
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/kəˈrɛktli əˈsumd/
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/kəˈrɛktli əˈsjuːmd/
(assume)
take on or suppose
Etymology
Etymology Information
'assume' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'assumere,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'sumere' meant 'take.'
Historical Evolution
'assumere' transformed into the Old French word 'assumer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'assume' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to take to oneself,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to suppose or take for granted.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
accurately inferred or supposed based on available information.
Her correctly-assumed guess about the outcome impressed everyone.
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Last updated: 2025/04/26 15:11