assume · verb T /əˈsjuːm/
assume
B2 to think that something is true, without question or proof
Dictionary examples:
I assumed (that) you knew each other because you went to the same school.
I invited her just assuming she would want to come.
Learner example:
The police assumed he was lying so they put him [in] jail. (First Certificate in English; B2; Chinese)
assume control/power/responsibility, etc.
C2 to take a position of control/power/responsibility, etc.
Dictionary example:
He has assumed the role of spokesman for the group.
Learner example:
She got involved in the marketing business there and assumed responsibility very soon - she became the marketing director for continental Europe. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; German)
