Assumir
Example: Ela decidiu assumir a responsabilidade pelo projeto atrasado.
Definition
"Assumir" means to take on or accept responsibility, control, or a role, often voluntarily. For example, it can describe deciding to accept responsibility for a delayed project, as in 'She decided to assume responsibility for the delayed project.'
Etymology
The word "assumir" comes from the Latin verb 'assumere,' which means 'to take up' or 'to adopt.' It combines 'ad-' (to) and 'sumere' (to take). Did you know? The term has been used in Portuguese since the late Middle Ages, reflecting the action of taking on duties or roles.
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