First Known Use: circa 1604
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assert
verb as·sert \ə-ˈsərt, a-\
: to state (something) in a strong and definite way
: to demand that other people accept or respect (something)
Full Definition of ASSERT
transitive verb
1
: to state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
2
— assert oneself
: to speak or act in a manner that compels recognition especially of one's rights
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Origin of ASSERT
Latin assertus, past participle of asserere, from ad- + serere to join — more at series
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Synonym Discussion of ASSERT
assert, declare, affirm, protest, avow mean to state positively usually in anticipation of denial or objection. assert implies stating confidently without need for proof or regard for evidence <asserted that modern music is just noise>. declare stresses open or public statement <declared her support for the candidate>. affirm implies conviction based on evidence, experience, or faith <affirmed the existence of an afterlife>. protest emphasizes affirming in the face of denial or doubt <protested that he really had been misquoted>. avow stresses frank declaration and acknowledgment of personal responsibility for what is declared <avowed that all investors would be repaid in full>.
synonyms see in addition maintain
Rhymes with ASSERT
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assert
verb as·sert \ə-ˈsərt\
as·sert·edas·sert·ing
Definition of ASSERT for Kids
1
: to state clearly and strongly <assert an opinion>
2
: to make others aware of <assert your independence>
3
: to speak or act in a way that demands attention or recognition <If you want people to listen, you have to assert yourself.>
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