assertiveness
assertiveness — noun
1. the ability to express your opinions, needs, or feelings clearly and confidently
the ability to express your opinions, needs, or feelings clearly and confidently, without being rude or aggressive
Constanza's assertiveness during the salary negotiation helped her get the raise she wanted.
assertiveness + in + [situation/context]
Marco showed assertiveness by refusing to take on extra work he could not handle.
show assertiveness + by + -ing
Assertiveness is a skill that many shy people need to practise in everyday conversations.
Putri's quiet assertiveness makes her a natural leader, even though she rarely raises her voice.
The workshop taught Tunde that assertiveness means expressing his needs without being rude.
- confidence
broader term referring to general belief in one's abilities, not specifically about expressing opinions
- self-assurance
focuses on inner certainty and composure rather than outward expression
- backbone
informal, emphasises moral courage and resistance to pressure
- decisiveness
focuses on making choices quickly rather than expressing opinions clearly
- timidity
being easily frightened or hesitant to speak up
- passiveness
accepting things without expressing your own views or resisting
- shyness
feeling nervous or uncomfortable around others, making it hard to speak
文法句型
[uncountable]
用法筆記
Often contrasted with aggression: assertiveness involves standing up for yourself while still respecting others. Common in personal development, communication training, and therapy contexts.