Which statement best captures the meaning of assume?

• A. To believe that something is true without proof
• B. To travel
• C. To celebrate
• D. To measure

Answer: (A)

Assume means to take something as true without proof. In everyday use, you accept a claim or make a judgment based on what you think is likely, even when you don’t have concrete evidence. For example, if no one calls to say they’re late, you might assume they’re running late and plan accordingly. That sense fits this option best because it centers on belief or acceptance without proven facts. The other actions—travel, celebrate, or measure—describe separate activities and don’t convey the idea of accepting something as true without proof.