assertive
adjective
confidently aggressive or self-assured; positive: aggressive; dogmatic.
assertiveness
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a word derived from
assertive.
Example Sentences
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Japan in particular has concerns about China's assertiveness in staking claims at sea.
From Barron's ● May 26, 2026
This, along with China's growing power and assertiveness, strained the relationship with the West, even as the world's reliance on the Chinese economy became clear.
From BBC ● Feb. 14, 2026
Tesla’s self-driving cars are also safe but evince greater assertiveness.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 7, 2025
The apprehension he exhibited in his first major league season has been replaced by assertiveness, leading to him terrorizing hitters of whom he used to be overly respectful.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 12, 2025
He put indignant conviction into this, pouncing on the first sprig of assertiveness in me.
From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles
