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self-assertion

/ˌself.əˈsɜː.ʃən/

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noun

/ˌself.əˈsɜː.ʃən/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее акт выражения собственного мнения или самоутверждения в напористой, часто хвастливой или бестактной манере, подразумевающей чувство превосходства над другими.

A noun referring to the act of expressing one's own opinions or asserting oneself in a forceful, often boastful or inconsiderate manner that implies a sense of superiority over others.

uncountable

  1. Boastful or inconsiderate expression of opinionsC1formal

    The act of expressing one's own opinions in a way that is boastful or inconsiderate, implying a sense of superiority over others.

    ruСамоутверждение

    • His constant self-assertion at meetings alienated his colleagues.
    • She was known for her self-assertion, often dismissing others' ideas.
    • The manager's self-assertion created a tense atmosphere in the office.

    Synonymsarroganceaudacityboastfulnessbraggadocioconceiteffronteryhaughtinessimperiousnesspresumptionsuperciliousness

    Antonymsdiffidencehumilitymodestyself-effacement

  2. Aggressive self-promotionC1formal

    The act of asserting oneself in an aggressive or forceful manner.

    ruАгрессивное самоутверждение

    • His aggressive self-assertion during the debate turned off the audience.
    • She used self-assertion to dominate the conversation.
    • The politician's self-assertion was seen as a sign of arrogance.

    Synonymsforcefulnesspushinessself-aggrandizementself-assertiveness

    Antonymsdiffidencehumilitymodestyself-abnegationself-effacementtimidity

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  • self-assertions plural form
  • self-assertions' possessive plural form
  • self-assertion's possessive singular form
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