adjective
- not confident in expressing opinions or needs; passive or timid in behavior
Examples
- She was too unassertive to ask for a raise.
- His unassertive nature made it difficult for him to lead the team.
- The unassertive student rarely spoke up in class discussions.
- Being unassertive in negotiations cost him the deal.
- Her unassertive personality often led others to overlook her ideas.
- The manager’s unassertive approach failed to motivate the staff.