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nonassertively

/ˌnɑːn.əˈsɜːr.tɪv.li/
non · as · ser · tive · ly
Adjective:nonassertive
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• adverb

1

In a manner that lacks confidence, forcefulness, or the willingness to stand up for one's own rights or opinions.

Example

"She nonassertively accepted the unfair criticism during the meeting, choosing not to voice her perspective or defend her work."

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nonanalytics
nonanatomical
nonanatomically
nonassertively
nonavailable
nonbaryonic
nonbelligerence

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed by adding the negative prefix 'non-' to 'assertive' and the adverbial suffix '-ly', deriving ultimately from the Latin 'asserere' (to claim, lay hold of, or state).

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