1. to state or declare positively and forcefully
2. to defend or maintain one’s rights or position
3. to behave confidently and demand recognition

Examples

• She asserted her innocence throughout the trial.
• The witness asserted that he saw the defendant at the scene.
• You need to assert your authority as team leader.
• The country asserted its independence from colonial rule.
• He finally learned to assert himself in meetings.
• The lawyer asserted his client’s constitutional rights.
• She asserted that the new policy would be beneficial.