assumption

B2
Pronunciation
/əˈsʌmp.ʃən/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

The act of assuming, or taking to or upon oneself; the act of taking up or adopting.

Example Sentences
  • His assumption of secretarial duties was timely.
2 Definition

The act of taking for granted, or supposing a thing without proof; a supposition; an unwarrantable claim.

Example Sentences
  • Their assumption of his guilt disqualified them from jury duty.
3 Definition

The thing supposed; a postulate, or proposition assumed; a supposition.

4 Definition

The minor or second proposition in a categorical syllogism.

5 Definition

The taking of a person up into heaven.

6 Definition

A festival in honor of the ascent of the Virgin Mary into heaven, celebrated on 15 August.

7 Definition

Assumptio.