To assume
Example: She assumes responsibility for managing the project tasks
Definition
"To assume" means to take on or accept a role, responsibility, or idea without necessarily having been asked or confirmed. For example, when someone assumes responsibility, they willingly begin managing or overseeing a specific task or duty.
Etymology
The word "to assume" comes from the Latin verb 'assumere,' which means 'to take up' or 'to adopt.' It entered English in the late Middle Ages, reflecting the idea of taking on responsibilities or appearances. Did you know? The root 'sumere' means 'to take,' highlighting the act of taking something upon oneself.
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"To assume" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 116 commonly used words.
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