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NONASSERTIVE
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Dictionary entry overview: What does nonassertive mean?
• NONASSERTIVE (adjective)
The adjective NONASSERTIVE has 1 sense:
1. not aggressively self-assured, though not necessarily lacking in confidence
Familiarity information: NONASSERTIVE used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Not aggressively self-assured, though not necessarily lacking in confidence
Context example:
she was quiet and nonassertive as she took control
Similar:
unassertive (inclined to timidity or lack of self-confidence)
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