Assert and Prove

Assert

Assert verb - To state clearly and strongly.

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Prove and assert are semantically related in argue topic. In some cases you can use "Prove" instead a verb "Assert".

Prove verb - To show the existence or truth of by evidence.

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Assert and prove are semantically related in argue topic. Sometimes you can use "Assert" instead a verb "Prove".

Nearby Words: proved, proven, proving, provable

loyalty	assert loyalty	prove loyalty
humanity	assert humanity	prove humanity
power	assert power	prove power
strength	assert strength	prove strength
Other words: claim, status, right, case, way, identity, rule, dominance, superiority, independence, innocence, prowess, masculinity.

The most extreme version of solipsism, Metaphysical solipsism goes on to assert that, because we can't prove anything else exists, they therefore do not.

Source: Useful Notes / Solipsism
The Romantic may assert that human nature of love must triumph over "totalitarian" rationality of utilitarianism, while the Enlightened hero will actually embrace rationalism and utilitarianism, and still prove his or her love for other beings through them.

Source: Romanticism Versus Enlightenment
If something can not be proven either way, just act like the opinion opposite of yours is inherently sillier, and you can assert that your position must be assumed correct until someone from the other side can prove you wrong.

Source: Appeal to Ignorance

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