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as in arrogant
having a feeling of superiority that shows itself in an overbearing attitude a bunch of self-asserting upstarts who thought that they could buy their way into high society

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-asserting
Adjective
  • But this act of arrogant bullying should also re-kindle the spirit of hope and unity that swept through this community in the aftermath of that horrible night in 2016, that still binds Orlando in its 150th anniversary year.
    Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025
  • Harry Potter fans might recognize Stroma for playing the arrogant Hogwarts student named Cormac McLaggen in the film franchise.
    Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • The output looks confident: charts, scenarios, and a familiar set of options.
    Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
  • Despite the unfinished look, the Hornets and city leaders are looking forward to the results and remain confident the work will get finished on time.
    Chase Jordan August 25, Charlotte Observer, 25 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Potential Fed chair David Zervos backs an aggressive rate cut.
    Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2025
  • Poor oral hygiene allows plaque bacteria to produce acids that contribute to decay, while aggressive brushing can physically wear away the enamel surface.
    Thomas Westerholm, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Pellegrino did not have specific numbers on ticket sales or corporate sales for this week’s tournament, but was optimistic that the BMW Championship could match or even exceed last year’s numbers.
    Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 14 Aug. 2025
  • Given the optimistic tone coming from so many world leaders ahead of Donald Trump’s Friday meeting with Vladimir Putin, one might be forgiven for believing a peaceful end to Russia’s war in Ukraine was merely hours away.
    Philip Elliott, Time, 14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Certainly, there are plenty of green initiatives like the sanctuary's domes, ambitious recycling projects and its famous solar cities.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2025
  • Stealing America's Most Famous Pair of Shoes (Hulu, Aug. 26) In 2005, one of the most ambitious movie memorabilia heists of all time happened, with a very unusual criminal behind it.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • The incident comes amid fierce controversy around pro-Palestinian activism and free speech in the UK, with musicians often at the forefront.
    Max Saltman, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2025
  • Data from the Federal Election Commission (FEC) shows Democrats ahead of Republicans in overall fundraising, with more success among House Democrats than senators, as the parties gear up for a fierce 2026 midterm election.
    Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Aug. 2025
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“Self-asserting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-asserting. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.

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