noun
- the quality of being assertive, ambitious, or aggressively forward in pursuing one's goals or interests
Usage: often used with a slightly negative connotation to suggest excessive or inappropriate assertiveness
Examples
- Her pushfulness in the meeting impressed some colleagues but annoyed others.
- The candidate's pushfulness helped him advance quickly in the company.
- He was criticized for his pushfulness in trying to take credit for the team's work.
- Some people admire pushfulness as a sign of confidence and drive.
- The sales representative's pushfulness made customers uncomfortable.
- She tempered her natural pushfulness to work better with her more reserved teammates.