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.
我們假設明天天氣會很好。
to take power or responsibility
The new leader will assume command next week.
新領導將於下週接任指揮。
to take on a quality or appearance
The actor will assume a new role in the play.
這位演員將在劇中扮演一個新角色。
to pretend to have a feeling or quality
She tried to assume a calm expression.
她試圖裝出平靜的表情。