assert
31assert — verb 1》 state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully. 2》 cause others to recognize (one s authority or a right) by confident and forceful behaviour. ↘(assert oneself) behave or speak confidently and forcefully. Derivatives asserter (also …
32assert — verb 1) she asserts that hysteria is universal Syn: declare, maintain, contend, argue, claim, insist 2) you should assert your rights Syn: insist on, stand up for, uphold, defend, p …
33assert — [əˈsɜːt] verb [T] 1) to state firmly that something is true 2) to behave in a determined or confident way He quickly asserted his authority as a leader.[/ex] It s hard for shy people to assert themselves in a group.[/ex] …
34assert yourself — 1 of a person : to speak or act in a strong and definite way If you want people to listen to your opinions, you ll need to learn how to assert yourself. The coach wants the players to assert themselves [=play more aggressively] on the field. 2 of …
35assert a right to — index call (demand), demand Burton s Legal Thesaurus. William C. Burton. 2006 …
36assert absolutely — index bear (adduce) Burton s Legal Thesaurus. William C. Burton. 2006 …
37assert an oath — index promise (vow) Burton s Legal Thesaurus. William C. Burton. 2006 …
38assert as one's own — index claim (demand) Burton s Legal Thesaurus. William C. Burton. 2006 …
39assert as one's right — index claim (demand) Burton s Legal Thesaurus. William C. Burton. 2006 …
40assert as true — index swear Burton s Legal Thesaurus. William C. Burton. 2006 …
