1
as in declaration
a solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something
the assertion that all men have certain unalienable rights is set forth in the Declaration of Independence
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in argument
an idea or opinion that is put forth in a discussion or debate
made the unlikely assertion that gravity affects light
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of assertion
But the assertion that there’s simply no way to fill federal funding gaps is not accurate and reflects Albany policymakers’ failure to budget responsibly.
—
Nathan Gusdorf, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2025
Her assertion amounts to little more than accountability dodging.
—Becket Adams, National Review, 27 Apr. 2025
China on Thursday denied U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion that the two sides were involved in active negotiations over tariffs, and said the U.S. should revoke its unilateral tariffs against the nation.
—CBS News, 24 Apr. 2025
Yet the President himself stokes fears of a slippery slope to strongman rule with his blanket assertions of power, his disregard for democratic guardrails, and his talk of running for a third term, despite the 22nd Amendment’s prohibition.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 25 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for assertion
Nathan Gusdorf, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2025
Her assertion amounts to little more than accountability dodging.
—Becket Adams, National Review, 27 Apr. 2025
China on Thursday denied U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion that the two sides were involved in active negotiations over tariffs, and said the U.S. should revoke its unilateral tariffs against the nation.
—CBS News, 24 Apr. 2025
Yet the President himself stokes fears of a slippery slope to strongman rule with his blanket assertions of power, his disregard for democratic guardrails, and his talk of running for a third term, despite the 22nd Amendment’s prohibition.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 25 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for assertion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assertion
Noun
-
Arkansas' federal delegation has asked President Donald Trump to reconsider the federal government's decisions on major disaster declaration requests in response to severe weather in mid-March.—
Alex Thomas,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2025
-
The government agency said the move is in response to President Trump's January 20 declaration of a national energy emergency.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Some of the key arguments in recent weeks have been handled by lawyers newly hired into political, rather than career, positions.—
Eric Tucker,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2025
-
Anne and Ginny’s is the sort of dynamic jagged and fluid enough to build a series around — just not this series, which, to its detriment, seems far more interested in watching Kate and Jack and Danny and Claude rehash the same old arguments with each other.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2025
Noun
-
Any such claim of authority would no doubt be litigated.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
5 May 2025
-
Similarly, Trump's trade tariffs, territorial claims, and aggressive rhetoric towards nations like Mexico and Canada aim to project strength and assert dominance, even at the cost of disrupting traditional relations.—
Frank Lavin,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
Noun
-
In 2023, Dutton launched himself into contention as prime minister by successfully campaigning against the government’s referendum on the Voice proposal, which included constitutional recognition for Indigenous Australians.—
Hilary Whiteman and Angus Watson,
CNN Money,
3 May 2025
-
The 12-year Dodger has transitioned into a journeyman to finish his career, with the Angels following a recurring trend of teams out of contention taking flyers on veterans to hope for a return of prospects at the deadline.—
Tyler Small,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Noun
-
The profile, largely sourced from former staffers, alleged the senator has deteriorated drastically since taking office, contradicting his public insistence that he’s largely recovered from his stroke.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
2 May 2025
-
The results seemed to support his insistence that he was not meant to be more than a position player.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
Noun
-
That’s the hypothesis: people first, systems second.—
Dan Gardner,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
-
In the light of their findings, the researchers have two hypotheses that might explain Vesta's true identity.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
On April 30, a 2020 petition to a Maryland court was released by DHS depicting more allegations of violence against Abrego Garcia.—
Nick Penzenstadler,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
-
In addition to the allegations of abuse and gang membership, Abrego Garcia is also suspected of participating in human trafficking.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Assertion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assertion. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share