assert in French
assert in French is affirmer, asseoir, attester — assert means to state something firmly and confidently, as if it were beyond doubt.
assert in French
affirmer
(reflexive) To insist on the legitimacy of one's rights, opinion, etc; not to allow oneself to be dismissed; to ensure that one is taken into consideration; to make oneself respected; to be assertive. See assert oneself.
asseoir
(reflexive) To insist on the legitimacy of one's rights, opinion, etc; not to allow oneself to be dismissed; to ensure that one is taken into consideration; to make oneself respected; to be assertive. See assert oneself.
attester
(reflexive) To insist on the legitimacy of one's rights, opinion, etc; not to allow oneself to be dismissed; to ensure that one is taken into consideration; to make oneself respected; to be assertive. See assert oneself.
What does "assert" mean?
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verb To state something firmly and confidently, as if it were beyond doubt.
"She asserted that the report was completely accurate."
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verb To insist on a right, claim, or opinion, refusing to be ignored or overridden.
"The union asserted its right to negotiate directly with management."
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assert in a sentence
- She asserted that the report was completely accurate.
- He asserts his innocence to this day.
- The union asserted its right to negotiate directly with management.
- Don't be afraid to assert yourself when people talk over you in meetings.
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What is "assert" in French?
"assert" in French is affirmer, asseoir, attester. assert means: To state something firmly and confidently, as if it were beyond doubt.
How do you use "assert" in a sentence?
Example: "She asserted that the report was completely accurate." In French, "assert" is affirmer, asseoir, attester.
Are there other ways to say "assert" in French?
Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "assert": affirmer, asseoir, attester.
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