assume

verb ! Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about assume at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

1. Take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof.

   I assume his train was late

2. Take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities.

   When will the new President assume office?

3. Take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect.

   His voice took on a sad tone