Definition

A statement that someone believes to be true, often made without proof or evidence.

Example

Her assertion that the project would succeed was met with skepticism.

Conversation

I found his assertion about the project really interesting.

Yeah, it seemed pretty bold without any evidence to back it up.

Exactly! It's like he just wanted to sound confident.

Right, but I think people prefer solid facts over just an assertion.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Assertion → It is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "sertio" (from "serere", meaning to join or connect). The word refers to the act of stating or affirming something as true, essentially joining one's belief to a statement.

Memory Tip

Think of 'joining' ('serere') your belief to a statement when you make an assertion.

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