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the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression)

the assertiveness with which he voices his opinions intimidates some people

Synonyms for assertiveness

aggressiveness,
emphasis,
fierceness,
forcefulness,
intenseness,
intensity,
vehemence,
vigorousness,
violence

Words Related to assertiveness

potency,
power,
strength

eloquence

ardency,
ardor,
fervency,
fervidness,
fervor,
insistence,
passion,
warmth

stridency,
vociferousness

absoluteness,
clearness,
directness,
incision,
incisiveness,
plainness,
straightforwardness,
vividness

Near Antonyms for assertiveness

ambiguity,
equivocation

delicacy,
lightness,
subtlety

Antonyms for assertiveness

feebleness,
mildness,
weakness

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“Assertiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assertiveness. Accessed 22 Jun. 2021.

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