Asumsi
/id/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (ID).Definition & Context
NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A “supposition” or a line of reasoning accepted as a basis for thought because it is considered true, even if not yet empirically proven.
Synonyms & Variants
anggapan
An opinion or thought considered true by someone.
dugaan
A more common synonym used in daily conversation.
kira-kira
An approximate or uncertain estimate.
premis
A statement or foundation of thought that serves as the basis for drawing conclusions in logic.
sangkaan
The result of suspecting or guessing something that has not necessarily happened.
hipotesis
A technical term used more often in scientific and research domains.
prasangka
Carries a more negative connotation than assumption.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word is borrowed from the Dutch assumptie, which originates from the Latin assumptio. Etymologically, this term refers to the act of taking something into the mind as a basic premise. In the Indonesian intellectual context, the use of this term is common in academic, legal, and formal debates as an effort to limit the scope of arguments or initial hypotheses. In informal communication, the use of this word often shifts in meaning to merely imply a guess or prejudice without a strong foundation.
Real-world Usage
Penelitian ini didasarkan pada asumsi bahwa variabel ekonomi akan tetap stabil tahun depan.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.