assume
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/əˈsuːm/
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/əˈsjuːm/
to think something is true without proof
We assume the weather will be nice tomorrow.
私たちは明日天気が良くなると仮定します。
to take power or responsibility
The new leader will assume command next week.
新しいリーダーは来週指揮を執ります。
to take on a quality or appearance
The actor will assume a new role in the play.
その俳優は劇で新しい役を演じます。
to pretend to have a feeling or quality
She tried to assume a calm expression.
彼女は冷静な表情を装おうとしました。