What is the meaning of assert?

State categorically.
- synonyms: asseverate, maintain
To declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true.
- usage: "Before God I swear I am innocent"
- synonyms: affirm, verify, avow, aver, swan, swear
Insist on having one's opinions and rights recognized.
- usage: "Women should assert themselves more"
- synonyms: put forward
Assert to be true.
- usage: "The letter asserts a free society"
- synonyms: insist

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