definition of
assert

[1] #1 assert v. [asseverate, maintain] state categorically. wn

[2] #2 assert v. [affirm, verify, avow, aver, swan, swear] to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true; "Before God I swear I am innocent". wn

[3] #3 assert v. [put forward] insist on having one's opinions and rights recognized; "Women should assert themselves more!". wn

[4] #4 assert v. [insist] assert to be true; "The letter asserts a free society". wn