Basic Details
Word: Assumes
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To accept something as true without proof; to take on responsibility.
Synonyms: Presumes, takes for granted, supposes
Antonyms: Doubts, questions
Idioms and Phrases
- Assume the worst: To believe that the worst possible situation will happen. Example: "Don't assume the worst; he might just be running late."
- Assume office: To formally take on a position, especially a job in government. Example: "She will assume office as the new mayor next week."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It is not wise to assume that everyone knows the rules of the game.
Example 2: Before we start the project, let’s not assume anything without checking the facts.
Example 3: When he didn’t reply to the invitation, she assumed he wasn’t interested in coming.
Fun Fact
The word "assume" comes from the Latin word "assumere", which means "to take up" or "to take for oneself". This reflects the idea of taking something as true without direct evidence.
Famous Quote
"When you assume, you make an ass out of u and me." – Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "assumes" mean?
a) To take something without permission
b) To accept something as true without evidence
c) To ask a question
d) To understand something clearly
Answer: b) To accept something as true without evidence
2. Which of these is a synonym of "assumes"?
a) Questions
b) Presumes
c) Confuses
d) Ignores
Answer: b) Presumes
3. What is an antonym of "assumes"?
a) Accepts
b) Doubts
c) Holds
d) Claims
Answer: b) Doubts
4. Which sentence uses "assumes" correctly?
a) She assumes the role of team captain in the match.
b) He assumes a nice cool drink in the hot weather.
c) They assume the fabric is made of silk.
d) We assume to open the window.
Answer: a) She assumes the role of team captain in the match.
5. What does the idiom "assume the worst" mean?
a) To think positively
b) To believe the best will happen
c) To think that bad things will happen
d) To feel indifferent
Answer: c) To think that bad things will happen
