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assertive

assertive is a synonym of insistent

adjective [ uh-sur-tiv ]

assertive is another word for insistent

Insistent describes being emphatic and persistent in pondering something or demanding something (He was very insistent that we take the train).

Assertive describes being confident and self-assured, often in a somewhat aggressive way (She was an assertive, self-confident person).

Insistent and assertive can both describe putting your views and demands across in a forceful way (He’s very assertive about how he wants things to go; She was insistent that we buy the ice-cream maker).

✅ However, insistent describes being persistent about one particular thought, view, or demand, and assertive describes a more general personality trait.

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devotion

devotion is a synonym of love

noun [ dih-voh-shuhn ]

devotion is another word for love

Love is a deeply tender, passionate affection for another person. It can also be a strong predilection, enthusiasm, or liking for something (Their love was so deep, it changed them; He had a love of books).

Devotion is an intense love and steadfast, enduring loyalty to a person; it may also imply consecration to a cause (She showed her devotion to her parents by visiting every weekend; Their devotion to the civil rights movement was commendable).

Love is used more broadly than devotion, and refers to a feeling that can exist without effort, while devotion typically indicates earnest dedication.

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audacious

audacious is a synonym of adventurous

adjective [ aw-dey-shuhs ]

audacious is another word for adventurous

Adventurous describes someone who likes to go on adventures, or something that requires courage to undertake or is risky (Paragliding is a bit too adventurous for me).

Audacious describes someone or something that is extremely bold or brave, or that is original and inventive (He had an audacious sense of style).

Adventurous and audacious both describe things that are risky or bold. Both words, when describing a person, suggest reckless bravery.

Adventurous particularly emphasizes excitement, whereas audacious emphasizes being fearless (He was adventurous with his cooking even when he had guests; She sent an audacious email to the CEO, and got hired).

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