The Clue
Maintains (7 letter answer)
The Answer
ASSERTS
Tags
Notes
The answer ASSERTS is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 750 puzzles.
Related Clues
Avers
Declares
Proclaims
States
Puts forward
States positively
Definition
ASSERT as a verb:
1. (assert, asseverate, maintain) = state categorically
2. (affirm, verify, assert, avow, aver, swan, swear) = to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true; "Before God I swear I am innocent"
3. (assert, put forward) = insist on having one's opinions and rights recognized; "Women should assert themselves more!"
4. (insist, assert) = assert to be true; "The letter asserts a free society"