v. state categorically
v. insist on having one's opinions and rights recognized
vt. 主张, 坚称, 断言
[法] 宣称, 断言, 维护
1. She decided to assert her rights during the meeting.
她决定在会议上维护自己的权利。
2. He asserted that he had completed the project on time.
他坚称他按时完成了这个项目。
3. The lawyer will assert the client's innocence in court.
律师将在法庭上主张客户的清白。