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assert
verb(as-sert)
state categorically
Synonyms: asseverate, maintain,
assert
verb(as-sert)
insist on having one's opinions and rights recognized
Synonyms: put forward,
Examples:
Women should assert themselves more!.
assert
verb(as-sert)
to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true
Synonyms: affirm, aver, avow, swan, swear, verify,
assert
verb(as-sert)
postulate positively and assertively
Synonyms: insist,
Examples:
The letter asserts a free society.

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