assertive
Translation
assertive, confident, self-assured
Examples
You need to be more assertive in meetings.
You need to be more assertive in meetings.
She has a very assertive personality.
She has a very assertive personality.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) assertive to be confident and direct You need to be more assertive in meetings.
Similar Words
Synonyms: confident, self-assured; Antonyms: timid, passive
Etymology
From Latin 'asserere', meaning 'to claim, maintain'. It breaks down into 'as-' (to) and 'serere' (to join).
Memory Tips
Think of someone who 'asserts' their opinions clearly and confidently.