Meaning of the word assumptions in English

What does assumptions mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

assumptions

US /əˈsʌmp.ʃənz/
UK /əˈsʌmp.ʃənz/

Plural Noun

things that are accepted as true or as certain to happen, without proof

Example:
We need to challenge our basic assumptions about how the business works.
Many scientific theories are based on certain fundamental assumptions.
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