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ASSERTIVELY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does assertively mean?
• ASSERTIVELY (adverb)
The adverb ASSERTIVELY has 1 sense:
1. in an assertive manner
Familiarity information: ASSERTIVELY used as an adverb is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
In an assertive manner
Context example:
'I will take care of my own life,' she said assertively
Antonym:
unassertively (in an unassertive manner)
Pertainym:
assertive (aggressively self-assured)
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