self-assertive

adjective

self-as·​ser·​tive ˌself-ə-ˈsər-tiv 

: given to or characterized by self-assertion

self-assertively adverb

self-assertiveness noun

Synonyms

• aggressive
• ambitious
• assertive
• enterprising
• fierce
• go-getting
• high-pressure
• in-your-face
• militant
• pushy
• self-asserting

Choose the Right Synonym for self-assertive

aggressive, militant, assertive, self-assertive mean obtrusively energetic especially in pursuing particular goals.

aggressive implies a disposition to dominate often in disregard of others' rights or in determined and energetic pursuit of one's ends.

aggressive in his business dealings

militant also implies a fighting disposition but suggests not self-seeking but devotion to a cause, movement, or principle.

militant protesters rallied against the new law

assertive suggests bold self-confidence in expression of opinion.

the more assertive speakers dominated the forum

self-assertive connotes forwardness or brash self-confidence.

a self-assertive young upstart

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined above