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self-assertive

adjective
 
 
/ˌself.əˈsɜː.tɪv/ US  /-ˈsɝː.t̬ɪv/

Definition

giving your opinions in a powerful way so that other people will noticeConfidence and self-assuranceShowing arrogance and conceit
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