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Definition assert in British English

assert verb

[transitive] verb
/əˈsɜː(r)t/
1

to state firmly that something is true

Example

He has continued to assert his innocence.

Example

The governor asserted that no more money would be available.

Synonyms and related words
show prove point to
1.1

to speak or behave in a firm, confident way

Example

She always manages to assert her point of view.

Example

Don't be so shy - you need to learn to assert yourself.

2

to claim that you have the right to do something or behave in a particular way

Example

This system discourages people from asserting their rights in court.

Example

He quickly asserted his authority as a leader.

Example

It's hard for shy people to assert themselves in a group.

Synonyms and related words
show prove point to
3

if a fact, idea, or tendency asserts itself, it begins to influence someone or something

Example

After a while her old bad habits began to assert themselves.

Synonyms and related words
result in decide provoke
Definition assert in British English