assume
as-sume
verb
To believe something true without definite proof or evidence.
"I assume you're coming to the party."
verb
To take on or begin to have a particular role or responsibility.
"She will assume the new managerial position."
verb
To take on a particular appearance, quality, or characteristic.
"The chameleon assumed the colour of the branch."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: take up, take, strike, take for granted, presume, bear, take over, accept, take on, adopt, simulate, feign