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assertion
noun as·ser·tion \ə-ˈsər-shən, a-\
Definition of ASSERTION
: the act of asserting; also : declaration, affirmation
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First Known Use of ASSERTION
15th century
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- Synonyms
- affirmation, protestation, asseveration, avouchment, avowal, claim, declaration, insistence, profession
- Antonyms
- disavowal
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ASSERTION Defined for Kids
assertion
noun as·ser·tion \ə-ˈsər-shən\
Definition of ASSERTION for Kids
1
: the act of stating clearly and strongly or making others aware <the assertion of his innocence>
2
: something stated as if certain <They did not believe me despite my assertions.>
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