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pushiness

 

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Noun pushiness has 1 sense
  1. bumptiousness, cockiness, pushiness, forwardness - offensive assertiveness
    --1 is a kind of assertiveness, self-assertiveness

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Pushiness

Definition

Pushiness refers to the quality or behavior of being assertive and insistent, often to an excessive or intrusive degree.

Sense 1: Quality of Being Assertive

Pushiness, as a noun, is the quality of being assertive and confident in one's actions or opinions.

Example sentences:

  • Her pushiness in negotiating the deal impressed her superiors.
  • His pushiness often led to him being chosen for leadership roles.

Sense 2: Behavior of Being Insistent

Pushiness also refers to the behavior of being persistent, insistent, or demanding.

Example sentences:

  • The pushiness of the salesperson made me uncomfortable.
  • His pushiness in wanting a promotion annoyed his colleagues.

Sense 3: Intrusive or Overbearing Quality

In another context, pushiness can describe the quality of being intrusive or overbearing.

Example sentences:

  • Her pushiness in prying into other people's affairs created conflicts.
  • We avoided the pushiness of crowded tourist areas and opted for a more peaceful destination.

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