Associations to the word «Assert»

Wiktionary

ASSERT, noun. (computer science) an assert statement; a section of source code which tests whether an expected condition is true.
ASSERT, verb. To declare with assurance or plainly and strongly; to state positively.
ASSERT, verb. To use or exercise and thereby prove the existence of.
ASSERT, verb. To maintain or defend, as a cause or a claim, by words or measures; to vindicate a claim or title to; as, to assert our rights and liberties.
ASSERT, verb. (computer science) To make true; to make equal to 1.

Dictionary definition

ASSERT, verb. State categorically.
ASSERT, verb. To declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true; "Before God I swear I am innocent".
ASSERT, verb. Insist on having one's opinions and rights recognized; "Women should assert themselves more!".
ASSERT, verb. Assert to be true; "The letter asserts a free society".

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