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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 mannerplay

  Familiarity information: ASSERTIVELY used as an adverb is very rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


ASSERTIVELY (adverb)


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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