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    assuming
    /əˈsjuːmɪŋ/

    conjunction

    • 1. used for the purpose of argument to indicate a premise on which a statement can be based: "assuming that the treaty is ratified, what is its relevance?"

    adjective

    • 1. arrogant or presumptuous. archaic

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishASSUMING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Assuming is the present participle of assume, which means to accept something as true without question or proof. Learn how to use assuming as a verb or a conjunction with examples from the Cambridge English Corpus.

    • Assume

      to take or begin to have responsibility or control,...

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › assumingAssuming Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Assuming is an adjective that means having or showing the attitude of someone who assumes something that should not be assumed. Learn more about the word history, usage, and examples of assuming from Merriam-Webster dictionary.

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  5. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › assumeAssume Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the meaning, synonyms, examples, and history of the verb assume, which means to take something for granted or true. Find out the difference between assume and presume, and how to use assume in a sentence.

  6. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishASSUME | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of assume as a verb in English, with synonyms, antonyms, and usage examples. See how to use assume in different contexts, such as accepting, pretending, or taking control.

  7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishASSUMING definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    Learn the meaning and usage of the conjunction 'assuming' or 'assuming that' in English. See synonyms, pronunciation, examples and grammar tips.

  8. www.dictionary.com › browse › assumingASSUMING Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Assuming can be an adjective meaning taking too much for granted, or a conjunction meaning if it is assumed or taken for granted. Learn the origin, synonyms and antonyms of assuming, and see how to use it in sentences.

  9. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › assumptionAssumption Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the various meanings and uses of the word assumption, such as a fact or statement taken for granted, a taking up of something, or a church festival. See synonyms, examples, word history, and related phrases.