单词 | assumption |
释义 | assumption n 1 [C] thing accepted as true or as sure to happen, but not proved 假定; 假设; 设想 The theory is based on a series of wrong assumptions. 这一理论是以一系列错误的设想为根据的. We are working on the assumption that the rate of inflation will not increase next year. 我们在假定明年通货膨胀率不增加的情况下工作. 2 [U] ~ of sth act of displaying (insincere feelings, etc) 显示出(假情假意等)的行动; 假装 Their assumption of an air of confidence fooled nobody. 他们装出信心十足的样子却欺骗不了任何人. 3 [C] ~ of sth act of taking on (a position, etc) 承担, 担任(职务等) her assumption of supreme power 她掌大权. 4 the Assumption [sing] (a) the taking of the Virgin Mary into Heaven in bodily form 圣母升天. (b) festival on 15 August celebrating this 圣母升天节(8月15日). |
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