assertive

/ə-ˈsər-tiv/

adjective

  1. disposed to or characterized by bold or confident statements and behavior

  2. having a strong or distinctive flavor or aroma

an assertive leader

aggressive militant assertive self-assertive mean obtrusively energetic especially in pursuing particular goals. aggressive implies a disposition to dominate often in disregard of others' rights or in determined and energetic pursuit of one's ends. militant also implies a fighting disposition but suggests not self-seeking but devotion to a cause, movement, or principle.

adjective

  1. given to or characterized by self-assertion

aggressive militant assertive self-assertive mean obtrusively energetic especially in pursuing particular goals. aggressive implies a disposition to dominate often in disregard of others' rights or in determined and energetic pursuit of one's ends. militant also implies a fighting disposition but suggests not self-seeking but devotion to a cause, movement, or principle.