1. | 假定；假设；认为to think or accept that sth is true but without having proof of it |
It is reasonable to assume (that) the economy will continue to improve. 认为经济将继续好转是有道理的。 | |
Let us assume for a moment that the plan succeeds. 咱们暂时假设计划成功。 | |
She would, he assumed, be home at the usual time. 他认为，她会在通常时间回到家的。 | |
It is generally assumed that stress is caused by too much work. 普遍认为，紧张是工作过重所致。 | |
Don't always assume the worst(= that sth bad has happened) . 别总往最坏处想。 | |
In this example we have assumed a unit price of $10. 在这个例子中，我们已假定单价为 10 元。 | |
I had assumed him to be a Belgian. 我本以为他是比利时人。 |
2. | ~ sth 承担（责任）；就（职）；取得（权力）to take or begin to have power or responsibility |
The court assumed responsibility for the girl's welfare. 法庭承担了保障这个女孩福利的责任。 | |
Rebel forces have assumed control of the capital. 反叛武装力量已控制了首都。 |
3. | ~ sth 呈现（外观、样子）；显露（特征）to begin to have a particular quality or appearance |
This matter has assumed considerable importance. 这件事看来相当重要。 | |
In the story the god assumes the form of an eagle. 在这个故事中神以鹰的形象出现。 |
4. | ~ sth 装出；假装to pretend to have a particular feeling or quality |
He assumed an air of concern. 他装出关心的样子。 |
