Definitions for "Assertive"
Positive; affirming confidently; affirmative; peremptory.
inclined to bold and confident assertion; aggressively self-assured; "an energetic assertive boy who was always ready to argue"; "pointing directly at a listener is an assertive act"
confidently aggressive; "too assertive as a salesman"; "his self-assertive and unflagging energy"
Upfront, forward
standing up for your self, defending your rights, expressing your feelings and wants clearly without taking away the rights of others.
directly saying what he/she wants without saying "please," or asking about or stating a social norm ("Did the teacher say it was OK?"). In a conflict a child will state his/her desire in a firm, forceful manner and using no "softeners."
an interaction between modalities where both have syntax, but only one controls the primary expression of meaning
A term indicating the presence of a pronounced taste or aroma.