Appearance
Use device theme  
Dark theme
Light theme

What is another word for assuming?

Need synonyms for assuming? Here's a list of similar words from our thesaurus that you can use instead.

Conjunction
Used for the purpose of argument to indicate a premise on which a statement can be based
“That he believes the cliff is crumbly actually makes it safer for him to climb the cliff than if he did not believe it was crumbly, assuming in both cases that the cliff actually is crumbly.”
Adjective
Arrogant or presumptuous in nature or character
more ❯
“Usually, an assuming policeman would come on screen and mumble something about a new lead in the process to track down the culprits.”
Adjective
Cheeky, impudent or saucy in nature, character or behavior
more ❯
Adjective
Intended to impress in a showy manner
Adjective
Having absolutely no doubt
more ❯
Adjective
Insincere or hypocritical in nature
Adjective
Willing, or inclined, to take chances or risks
more ❯
Adjective
Filled with (or inspiring) hope
Verb
To hold an opinion
more ❯
“Far be it for me to assume that exercise was supposed to be fun.”
Verb
Present participle for to take on a position, role or duty
“Homer would assume the role of nuclear technician after convincing Mr. Burns that he would gladly accept abuse without complaining.”
Verb
Present participle for to adopt a feigned quality, manner or identity
“Alexia would assume the accent of a Southern belle, hoping to impress the Bronx crowd.”
Verb
Present participle for to take possession of
“Following a legal battle, she will now assume ownership of part of her late husband's estate.”
Verb
Present participle for to begin to have a given form, extent or quality
“These diseases are endemic and occasionally assume epidemic proportions.”
Verb
Present participle for to hire (somebody) for work or a job
“In 1804, Mr. Constable had assumed as partner Mr. Alexander Gibson Hunter, of Blackness.”
Noun
The action or fact of acquiring or incorporating something
Noun
A preliminary conjecture or speculation
more ❯
Preposition
Taking into account (a given argument)
Find more words!
Use * for blank tiles (max 2) Advanced Search Advanced Search
Use * for blank spaces Advanced Search
Advanced Word Finder

See Also

Nearby Words
8-letter Words Starting With
Find Synonyms
go
Word Tools Finders & Helpers Apps More Synonyms
Copyright WordHippo © 2024