/əˈsjuːm/ – Verb
Definition: 1. đảm nhiệm, gánh vác (trách nhiệm, nhiệm vụ, rủi ro, quyền lực);
2. thừa nhận, cho rằng.
A more thorough explanation: In legal terms, “assume” means to take on a responsibility or obligation, or to undertake a duty or role. It can also refer to accepting something as true without proof or confirmation.
Example: The defendant’s argument is based on the assumption that the contract was validly executed.