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asserted

American

[uh-sur-tid] / əˈsɜr tɪd /

adjective

resting on a statement or claim unsupported by evidence or proof; alleged.

The asserted value of the property was twice the amount anyone offered.

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Etymology

Origin of asserted

First recorded in 1675–85; assert + -ed ²

Example Sentences

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He asserted that the U.S. attorney’s office in Los Angeles was investigating.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Microsoft asserted that the new chip is 1,000 times more reliable than its predecessor, effectively halving the timeline to build a scalable quantum computer.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Sumner asserted that “the true idea of a Republic” is that “all the citizens have an equal voice in government.”

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

Ahead of the vote, Trump again asserted that negotiations to end the war are going "very well" and could be finalised this weekend.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

“That’s why I’m gonna be rich,” Carolyn asserted.

From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper

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