self-assertion
|self-as-ser-tion|
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/ˌsɛlf əˈsɜr ʃən/
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/ˌsɛlf əˈsɜːʃən/
confident self-expression
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-assertion' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'assertion', where 'assertion' comes from the Latin word 'assertio', meaning 'a declaration'.
Historical Evolution
'assertio' transformed into the Old French word 'assertion', and eventually became the modern English word 'assertion'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a declaration or affirmation', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'confident expression of oneself'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the confident and forceful expression or promotion of oneself, one's views, or one's desires.
Her self-assertion in the meeting was commendable.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42