self-assertion
UK: ˌself əˈsɜːʃən | US: ˌself əˈsɜːrʃən
n. the confident and forceful expression or promotion of oneself, one's views, or one's desires
The word combines "self," from Old English "self" (referring to one's own identity), with "assert," derived from Latin "asserere" (ad- "to" + serere "join, declare"). The suffix "-ion" nominalizes the action, forming a term that describes the act of confidently expressing oneself. The evolution reflects a blend of Germanic and Latin roots, emphasizing individuality and declarative strength.
Her self-assertion in the meeting impressed the team.
Cultural training often encourages self-assertion without aggression.
His lack of self-assertion made it hard to advance his career.
The book teaches techniques for balanced self-assertion.
Teenagers may struggle with self-assertion while navigating peer pressure.