assume

US /əˈsuːm/
UK /əˈsuːm/
"assume" picture
1.

假设, 认为

suppose to be the case, without proof

:
•
I assume you're coming to the party.
我想你会来参加派对。
•
Let's not assume the worst.
我们不要假设最坏的情况。
:
presumesupposetake for grantedconjecturesurmise
2.

呈现, 采取

take on (a quality, form, or appearance)

:
•
The problem began to assume a new dimension.
问题开始呈现出新的层面。
•
He assumed a look of indifference.
他装出一副漠不关心的样子。
:
adoptacquiretake onaffectfeign
3.

承担, 担任

take responsibility for (an undertaking or task)

:
•
He will assume the role of team leader.
他将担任团队领导的角色。
•
The new manager will assume control next month.
新经理将于下个月接管。
:
undertaketake ontake upshoulderbear