reckon & assume
English translation: Reckon is to . . . .
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Reckon is to . . . . Explanation: . . . consider, think or suppose. Assume can also mean suppose, but a closer shade of meaning is to "take granted for true." Similar meaning, shades of difference. |
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peer agreement (net): +3difference below Explanation: Well, in a relative vacuum (little context), reckon implies guessing and assume implies a forgone conclusion. Reckon is a form of reasoning and assume is more decisive. Reckon is rather provincial/colloquial in US English. There can also be the inference when it is used as in a "day of reckoning" which implies being held accountable. Assume has many other meanings. More context is needed. |
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