assomption

Definitions of assomption
  1. noun
    a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn
    synonyms: prémisse, supposition
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    types:
    condition, stipulation
    an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else
    condition, stipulation
    a stipulated condition
    type of:
    postulat
    (logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning
  2. noun
    a hypothesis that is taken for granted
    synonyms: supposition
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    types:
    base, fondement
    the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained
    hypothèse, présupposition
    an assumption that is taken for granted
    type of:
    hypothèse
    a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena
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