Definition of Assert

to express an opinion or fact in a confident manner

Examples of Assert in a sentence

The lawyer will assert his client’s innocence despite the overwhelming evidence against him.  

In court, the woman will assert the police officer sexually harassed her during the traffic stop.  

It was difficult for the shy young woman to assert herself in class.  

In his speech the political candidate will assert he is the best man for the presidency.  

If the suspect chooses to assert he was home during the the robbery, he must provide a witness who can verify his location.  

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