assumption
US /əˈsʌmp.ʃən/
UK /əˈsʌmp.ʃən/
1.
aanname, veronderstelling
a thing that is accepted as true or as certain to happen, without proof
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We are working on the assumption that the economy will improve.
We werken vanuit de aanname dat de economie zal verbeteren.
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His assumption proved to be incorrect.
Zijn aanname bleek onjuist te zijn.
2.
overname, aanvaarding
the act of taking power or responsibility
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The assumption of power by the new government was peaceful.
De overname van de macht door de nieuwe regering verliep vreedzaam.
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Her assumption of leadership roles was natural.
Haar aanname van leiderschapsrollen was vanzelfsprekend.