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unassertive

unas·ser·tive

uncommon

adjective

1.

inclined to timidity or lack of self-confidence

  • “a shy unassertive person”
2.

not blatant or overly aggressive in manner or appearance

  • “a retiring disposition”
Synonyms

Origin

From un- + assertive.

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