What does asserting mean?
Asserting means present participle and gerund of assert.
Asserting
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of assert.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of assert
- The act of making assertions.
Example Sentences
From this perspective, when one evaluates assertions one is primarily evaluating assertings performances on the part of asserters, and the evaluations of what is said in those assertings in some way depend upon these prior evaluations.
Synonyms for asserting
Antonyms for asserting
Related Words
Word Forms
- assertings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for asserting?
Common synonyms include declarative, declaratory.
What is the opposite of asserting?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use asserting in a sentence?
From this perspective, when one evaluates assertions one is primarily evaluating assertings performances on the part of asserters, and the evaluations of what is said in those assertings in some way depend upon these prior evaluations.
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