assumed
assumed — verb
- assumedpresent simple I / you / we / they
- assumeds3rd person singular
- assumeding-ing form
- assumededpast simple
1. to think that something is true because it is the most reasonable way to underst
to think that something is true because it is the most reasonable way to understand a situation, even without definite proof
Kofi assumed the package would arrive on Monday, but it came two days late.
Before you blame the driver who backed into your parked car, do not assume you know everything that happened.
Camila assumed her brother had already eaten, so she only cooked for herself.
In the restaurant industry, it is often assumed that the customer is always right, even when they are being rude.
If hikers assume nothing can go wrong on the trail, they may be caught unprepared by a sudden storm.
- presume
stronger sense of probability or authority; 'presume' suggests a conclusion drawn from reliable evidence or social expectation
- suppose
more tentative; 'suppose' can be used to introduce a hypothetical situation rather than state a belief
- take for granted
informal phrasal verb; suggests the belief has gone unchallenged for a long time
文法句型
assume + that-clause
assume + object + (to be) + noun/adjective
it is assumed + that-clause
用法筆記
This sense is the most common use of assume. It is frequently used with a that-clause or with an object and an infinitive (assume someone to be…). Distinguish from sense verb/2 (PRETEND), where assume means to take on a false appearance rather than to form a belief.
常見錯誤
2. to give yourself a false identity or put on a way of behaving that is not your r
to give yourself a false identity or put on a way of behaving that is not your real one, usually in order to deceive others
Asher assumed a false name when he checked into the hotel.
Owen assumed an expression of surprise when he heard the unexpected news.
Tomás assumed a cheerful tone so his grandmother would not worry about him.
Lakan assumed an American accent in order to avoid standing out at school.
Gita assumed the identity of a journalism student to get into the press conference.
- be oneself
to act naturally without pretending
文法句型
assume + noun phrase (identity / expression / manner)
assumed + noun (as adjective modifier)
用法筆記
The object is usually something about a person's external presentation: a name, expression, tone, accent, or identity. This sense differs from verb/1 (ACCEPT AS TRUE) because it describes a deliberate act of pretending, not a belief.
常見錯誤
3. to start taking on a position of authority, an obligation, or a particular quali
to start taking on a position of authority, an obligation, or a particular quality, sometimes without formal approval
After the manager resigned, Nellie assumed control of the entire department.
assumed control of — taking authority over something
The new government assumed responsibility for providing free healthcare to all citizens.
Zayd assumed command of the rescue operation after the first leader fell ill.
The leaves on the maple tree assume a bright red color every autumn.
Adaeze assumed the role of team leader after two years with the company.
- relinquish
to give up a position or responsibility voluntarily
- abdicate
formal; to formally give up a position of power or duty
文法句型
assume + responsibility / control / command / power / role
assume + (physical) characteristic / appearance / color
用法筆記
When the object is a position of authority (control, command, responsibility), the sense often carries a nuance of taking charge either formally or by stepping in when needed. When the object is a physical quality (color, shape, appearance), the subject is typically an inanimate thing that changes over time.
常見錯誤
assumed — adjective
- assumedpositive
- more assumedcomparative
- most assumedsuperlative
1. believed or accepted as the case for now, without yet being proven or confirmed
believed or accepted as the case for now, without yet being proven or confirmed — always directly before a noun
The assumed cause of the fire was faulty wiring, though nothing was confirmed yet.
assumed cause — unconfirmed but accepted as true
Doctors treated the patient for an assumed illness until the test results came back.
The building's assumed value was far higher than what buyers actually offered.
Without the original receipt, the store worked from an assumed purchase date.
文法句型
assumed + noun (cause / value / date / identity)
用法筆記
This adjective always comes before the noun it describes. It is common in analytical or investigative contexts (assumed cause, assumed value, assumed identity) where a conclusion is drawn from limited information.
2. describing an outward manner, expression, or quality that is deliberately faked
describing an outward manner, expression, or quality that is deliberately faked in order to hide what a person truly feels or is
Eliska watched the horror movie with assumed bravery, hiding her fear from her friends.
The journalist traveled under an assumed name to avoid being recognized.
under an assumed name — common fixed phrase
His assumed interest in the project was obvious — he just wanted to impress the boss.
Hiro's assumed calmness vanished when he saw the results of his final exam.
- feigned
formal; strongly emphasizes the deliberate, deceptive nature ('feigned enthusiasm')
- pretended
more straightforward; commonly used in everyday English
- artificial
broader meaning; can describe anything made by humans, not just deceptive behaviour
文法句型
assumed + noun (name / interest / bravery / calmness)
用法筆記
This adjective describes a deliberately fake quality, not a mistaken belief. Distinguish from adj/1 (SUPPOSED): an assumed name is a false name chosen to hide one's identity, whereas an assumed meaning is merely believed to be true without confirmation.