Definition of Assertive

boldly self-assured; confident without being aggressive

Examples of Assertive in a sentence

The flight attendant became assertive when confronting the man who took his seat belt off during takeoff.  🔊

The manager was pleased with the assertive handshake from the interviewee.  🔊

With plans to be assertive, the teacher approached the unruly class in order to quiet them.  🔊

The young man had an assertive manner about him as he introduced himself to the room.  🔊

Always assertive, he was not afraid to give a toast at the wedding.  🔊

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