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Assert vs. Claim

Assert

/əˈsɜːt/
To state something strongly and clearly, usually with confidence.

Examples:

I never before asserted myself so against them."Yes, you did, too," the other asserted warmly.I assert it.

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Claim

/kleɪm/
To state that something is true, often without providing evidence.

Examples:

She claimed the little red "dolls" had saved her life.Who claims "divine right" plays with the lightning.All the magazines were claiming him.

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This word has no antonyms

Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Claim often implies an assertion or statement that might require proof, while assert indicates stating something confidently and forcefully.
  • Think of assert as taking a strong stance, whereas claim can be seen as making a declaration that others may doubt.
  • Claim is commonly used when someone is presenting a point that is debatable, while assert suggests confidence and authority behind the statement.
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