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adjective
1.
confidently aggressive or self-assured; positive: aggressive; dogmatic: He is too assertive as a salesman.
2.
having a distinctive or pronounced taste or aroma.
Related forms
as·ser·tive·ly, adverb
as·ser·tive·ness, noun
non·as·ser·tive, adjective
non·as·ser·tive·ly, adverb
non·as·ser·tive·ness, noun
EXPANDo·ver·as·ser·tive, adjective
o·ver·as·ser·tive·ly, adverb
o·ver·as·ser·tive·ness, noun
pseu·do·as·ser·tive, adjective
pseu·do·as·ser·tive·ly, adverb
un·as·ser·tive, adjective
un·as·ser·tive·ly, adverb
un·as·ser·tive·ness, noun
COLLAPSESynonyms
1. forceful, decisive, forward.
1. forceful, decisive, forward.
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Assertive
is always a great word to know.
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| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
Example Sentences
- This game demands teamwork and teamwork demands strong, assertive, and focused leadership.
- They're all quintessential trophy cars — sporty, assertive and flamboyant.
- But be assertive, rather than aggressive.
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