7
forward(adjective, aggressive)
7
militant(adjective, tough, smart, firm, offensive)
7
opinionated(adjective, strongly)
7
overbearing(adjective, aggressive)
7
stubborn
6
assured(noun, verb, adjective, firm, energetic)
6
authoritative(adjective, strong, forceful, impressive, dominant)
6
doctrinaire(adjective, obstinate, positive, partisan, proud)
5
dominant(adjective, superior, controlling)
5
bellicose(adjective, aggressive)
5
bossy(adjective, dominant)
5
cocky(adjective, tough, smart, energetic, positive)
5
decisive(adjective, aggressive)
5
lordly(adjective, dominant)
5
resolute
5
self-asserting
5
strong
4
self-assertive
4
absolute(adjective, aggressive)
4
arrogant
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