Assumption

An assumption is something that one assumes to be true without having any definite proof. For example, people often assume a person with glasses as a very studious person. This word ‘assumption’ originated from the Latin word ‘assumptionem’ meaning ‘taking or receiving’. The first mention of this word is found in the 14th century as a noun describing the reception of the Virgin Mary in heaven. 

Meaning of assumption

The primary meaning of an assumption is to assume something without having any solid proof. Application in a sentence- I assumed that he would agree to my proposal. This is used as a verb.

Another meaning of ‘assumption’ is a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be made. Application in a sentence- our life is built upon assumptions and expectations. 

It also means a hypothesis that is taken for granted. Application in a sentence- certain assumptions can be made from certain experiments.

The word assumption can also mean the act of taking possession of something. Application in a sentence- The Nazi assumption of power in 1934 in Germany. 

This word also means audacious behavior  For example, assumption of airs beyond one’s station. Assumption also means a willingness to accept something as true without any substantial proof. Application in a sentence- The plan was initiated based on the assumption that the work could be speeded up by accumulating more and more people.

As mentioned earlier, that assumption also indicates taking authority over something or someone. Application in a sentence- He assumed the post of chancellor. 

Assumption in English 

Some examples are mentioned below to clearly distinguish what an assumption in English means.

1) People make assumptions that something popular must be good.

2) The share market prediction is made on the assumption that the economy will grow and expand this year.

3) There’s an assumption that she will take over the position once he leaves.

4) He made his arguments based on false assumptions.

5) The assumptions made about  social structure were ultimately proven to be true.

6) The entire argument was based on certain assumptions about the market economy.

7) The doctors are assuming that the time of death was at midnight.

8) Many people consider ‘surrender’ as an assumption of passivity.

9) She assumes to take up an active role in her community.

10) We continued our fieldwork based on our assumptions and observations.

11) I assume that he will be late for dinner.

Quotes on assumption

There are several quotes on assumptions found in the English language. These quotes are,

“Do not make assumptions, seek the courage to ask questions and learn to express your real feelings. Learn to communicate with fellows and peers clearly so that you may avoid unnecessary obstacles. With just one argument you can change your life forever”

“The most misleading assumptions are the ones you don’t even know you are making” – Douglas Adams. 

“Assumptions are made and most assumptions are wrong”- Albert Einstein 

“Assumptions are the termites of relationships”- Henry Winkler.

“Rarely have I witnessed assumptions turn into facts”- Sonya Teclai

“The problem with making assumptions is that we believe they are the truth. We make an assumption, we misunderstand, we take it personally, then we react by sending emotional poison with our words. This creates a whole big drama for nothing”.

“Ignorance is brought about by assumption”.

“Making assumptions are dangerous; one should trust only what one knows”- Anonymous 

“Making assumptions simply means believing things are a certain way with little or no evidence that shows you are correct, and you can see at once how this can lead to terrible trouble”. – Lemony Snicket

“We make all sorts of assumptions because we don’t dare to ask questions”- Don Miguel Ruiz.

Conclusion

The assumption is a state of mind that people assert without having definite proof. The assumption is a common human phenomenon that people make based on their past experiences.