third-person singular verb
He or she believes that something is true without having proof or checking it.
He assumes that the bus will be on time.
The manager assumes that the figures are correct.
American English
How to pronounce assumes
verbB1Very common word
uhSOOMZ
/əˈsumz/
2 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
Form of assume
He or she believes that something is true without having proof or checking it.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
third-person singular verb
He or she accepts a duty, responsibility, position, or control and begins to deal with it.
The new director assumes responsibility for the team.
After the election, she assumes control of the organization.
third-person singular verb
He or she takes on a particular form, appearance, name, or identity, often deliberately.
The cloud assumes the shape of a bird.
In the story, the hero assumes a new identity.
Related words & forms
The past form is assumed. Before -ing, drop the final e: assuming.