nonassertive (Meaning)

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nonassertive (s)

not aggressively self-assured, though not necessarily lacking in confidence

The nonassertive employee remained silent even when faced with clear wrongdoing.
The teacher's nonassertive demeanor allowed the students to run rampant.
Her nonassertive nature prevented her from expressing her true feelings.
The nonassertive child was often bullied by their peers.
His nonassertive personality made it difficult for him to negotiate effectively.
The nonassertive manager hesitated to make important decisions.
The team suffered from a lack of leadership due to the nonassertive nature of its members.
Her nonassertiveness made it impossible for her to assert her boundaries.
The nonassertive individual allowed others to take advantage of them.
A nonassertive response can lead to feelings of resentment and frustration.

not aggressively self-assured, though not necessarily lacking in confidence

unemphatic, ambiguous, guarded,nonemphatic, mild,weak, equivocal, hesitant, understated, uncompelling

vehement, energetic, aggressive, decided, muscular, assertive, energetic, assertive, emphatic, aggressive

The nonassertive employee remained silent even when faced with clear wrongdoing.

The teacher's nonassertive demeanor allowed the students to run rampant.

Her nonassertive nature prevented her from expressing her true feelings.

The nonassertive child was often bullied by their peers.