The phrase "mere assertion" means making a statement without providing any evidence or proof to support it. It is when someone claims something without any real backing or legitimate reason.
Sentences with «mere assertion»
Much of what's left of the humanities seems based — in a postmodern way — on the allegedly candid self - awareness that what they teach is worthless or whimsical or a mere assertion of personal identity. (firstthings.com)
So, you@Andy: I still say that the mere assertion that he created us is reason enough that we are worthy of being spared the punishment he also created. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
I still say that the mere assertion that he created us is reason enough that we are worthy of being spared the punishment he also created. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)