assert (Meaning)
assert (v)
state categorically
to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true
insist on having one's opinions and rights recognized
postulate positively and assertively
assert (v. t.)
To affirm; to declare with assurance, or plainly and strongly; to state positively; to aver; to asseverate.
To maintain; to defend.
To maintain or defend, as a cause or a claim, by words or measures; to vindicate a claim or title to; as, to assert our rights and liberties.
Synonyms & Antonyms of assert
assert Sentence Examples
- She decided to assert her authority by taking charge of the situation.
- Despite the opposition, he continued to assert his position on the matter.
- It's essential to assert your rights in such a scenario to ensure fair treatment.
- The CEO regularly asserts the company's commitment to innovation and sustainability.
- He firmly asserted his innocence when questioned by the authorities.
- It's important to assert yourself in negotiations to achieve the best possible outcome.
- She didn't hesitate to assert her opinion during the team meeting.
- The politician sought to assert his influence within the party by proposing bold policy initiatives.
- The teacher encouraged her students to assert their ideas and opinions in class discussions.
- The athlete's impressive performance served to assert her dominance in the sport.
FAQs About the word assert
state categorically, to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true, insist on having one's opinions and rights recognized, postulate positively and asserti
affirm, profess,declare, proclaim, guarantee, aver, defend, lay down, explain, announce
minimize, ignore, ignore, minimize, disregard, understate,disregard, neglect, overlook, understate
She decided to assert her authority by taking charge of the situation.
Despite the opposition, he continued to assert his position on the matter.
It's essential to assert your rights in such a scenario to ensure fair treatment.
The CEO regularly asserts the company's commitment to innovation and sustainability.