Synonyms for assume

Other words for “assume”, grouped by meaning.

We found 21 synonyms for “assume”. The most common are presume, take for granted, adopt, take on, take over.

verb take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof

verb take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities

verb take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect

verb take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person

verb occupy or take on

verb seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession

verb make a pretence of

verb put clothing on one's body

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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