Assert

Pronunciation: /əˈsɜrt/

Definitions of assert

verb to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully

Example Sentences

A1 She asserted that she was innocent.

A2 The teacher asserted that the answer was correct.

B1 The scientist asserted the importance of conducting further research.

B2 The lawyer asserted that the evidence was insufficient.

C1 The CEO asserted her authority in the board meeting.

C2 The professor asserted his expertise in the field of astrophysics.

Examples of assert in a Sentence

formal The lawyer will assert that his client is innocent during the trial.

informal She likes to assert her opinions during group discussions.

slang He always asserts his dominance in any situation.

figurative The artist's bold brush strokes assert a sense of movement in the painting.

Grammatical Forms of assert

• past tense: asserted
• plural: asserts
• comparative: more assertive
• superlative: most assertive
• present tense: assert
• future tense: will assert
• perfect tense: has asserted
• continuous tense: is asserting
• singular: assert
• positive degree: assertive
• infinitive: to assert
• gerund: asserting
• participle: asserted

Origin and Evolution of assert

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'assert' originated from the Latin word 'assertus', which is the past participle of 'asserere' meaning 'to claim, maintain'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'assert' has evolved to encompass the idea of confidently stating or affirming something, often in a forceful or emphatic manner.