Unassertive

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Pronunciation: /ʌn.əˈsɜrtɪv/

Definitions of unassertive

adjective describing someone who is lacking in assertiveness or confidence

Example Sentences

A1 She is very unassertive and often lets others make decisions for her.

A2 The unassertive student was too shy to speak up in class.

B1 His unassertive behavior at work was holding him back from advancing in his career.

B2 The manager found it frustrating to work with the unassertive team members.

C1 Her unassertive nature made it difficult for her to negotiate during business meetings.

C2 Despite his intelligence, his unassertive personality hindered his success in leadership roles.

Examples of unassertive in a Sentence

formal She was often perceived as unassertive in meetings, rarely speaking up to share her ideas.

informal He's a bit unassertive when it comes to making decisions, always asking others for their opinions.

slang Don't be so unassertive, man! Stand up for yourself and speak your mind.

figurative The unassertive clouds hovered in the sky, unwilling to release any rain.

Grammatical Forms of unassertive

past tense

unasserted

plural

unassertives

comparative

less assertive

superlative

least assertive

present tense

unassertive

future tense

will be unassertive

perfect tense

have been unassertive

continuous tense

is being unassertive

singular

unassertive

positive degree

assertive

infinitive

to be unassertive

gerund

being unassertive

participle

unasserting

Origin and Evolution of unassertive

First Known Use: 1853 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'unassertive' is derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the adjective 'assertive' which comes from the Latin word 'assertus' meaning 'affirmed'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the mid-19th century, 'unassertive' has maintained its meaning of lacking in assertiveness or self-confidence over time.