Assertion

As a Noun

1. A confident and forceful statement of fact or belief.
2. The act of stating something firmly, often without proof.
3. A declaration made with conviction, sometimes in response to doubt or opposition.

Word History

The word assertion comes from the Latin assertio, derived from asserere, meaning “to claim, affirm, or declare.” It has been used in English since the 16th century to describe firm statements or declarations.

Examples

1. His assertion that the company would succeed proved to be true.
2. The scientist made an assertion based on years of research.
3. She spoke with confidence, making an assertion that nobody challenged.

Synonyms

Claim, declaration, statement, pronouncement, affirmation

Related Words

Allegation, contention, proclamation, insistence

Antonyms

Denial, doubt, question, hesitation