Synonyms of ASSUMPTION

noun

1. a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn

   • PREMISE11
   • PREMISS11

2. a hypothesis that is taken for granted

   • SUPPOSITION15
   • SUPPOSAL12

3. the act of taking possession of or power over something

   Also: laying claim.

4. celebration in the Roman Catholic Church of the Virgin Mary's being taken up into heaven when her earthly life ended; corresponds to the Dormition in the Eastern Orthodox Church

   Also: assumption of mary, august 15.

5. audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to

   • PRESUMPTION17
   • EFFRONTERY19

   Also: presumptuousness.