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assertory

as·ser·to·ry
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [uh-sur-tuh-ree]
    • /əˈsɜr tə ri/
    • /əsˈɜːtəri/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [uh-sur-tuh-ree]
    • /əˈsɜr tə ri/

Definitions of assertory word

  • adjective assertory characterized by or relating to declaration or affirmation 3
  • adjective assertory stated positively; affirmative: an assertory proposition. 1
  • noun assertory Affirming; maintaining. 1

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Origin of assertory

First appearance:

before 1610
One of the 40% oldest English words
First recorded in 1610-20; assert + -ory1

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Parts of speech for Assertory

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

assertory popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 61% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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Synonyms for assertory

adj assertory

  • tough — strong and durable; not easily broken or cut.
  • bold — Bold lines or designs are drawn in a clear, strong way.
  • zealous — full of, characterized by, or due to zeal; ardently active, devoted, or diligent. Synonyms: enthusiastic, eager, fervid, fervent, intense, passionate, warm. Antonyms: apathetic; lackadaisical.
  • forceful — full of force; powerful; vigorous; effective: a forceful plea for peace.
  • cocky — Someone who is cocky is so confident and sure of their abilities that they annoy other people.

adjective assertory

  • aggressive — An aggressive person or animal has a quality of anger and determination that makes them ready to attack other people.
  • combative — A person who is combative is aggressive and eager to fight or argue.

Antonyms for assertory

adj assertory

  • meek — humbly patient or docile, as under provocation from others.
  • timid — lacking in self-assurance, courage, or bravery; easily alarmed; timorous; shy.
  • apathetic — If you describe someone as apathetic, you are criticizing them because they do not seem to be interested in or enthusiastic about doing anything.
  • lethargic — of, relating to, or affected with lethargy; drowsy; sluggish; apathetic.
  • impotent — not potent; lacking power or ability.

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