4
categorical(adjective, energetic, obstinate, arrogant, unequivocal)
4
commanding(adjective, dominant)
4
declarative(adjective, affirmative)
4
obstinate
4
predicative(adjective, affirmative)
4
uncompromising
3
combative(adjective, aggressive)
3
forcible(adjective, powerful, aggressive)
3
offensive(adjective, aggressive)
3
pushing(adjective, tough, smart, offensive, energetic)
3
self-assured(adjective, firm, certain, sure, aggressive)
3
self-reliant(adjective, free, independent, liberty)
3
truculent(adjective, aggressive)
2
active
2
arbitrary
2
authoritarian(adjective, dominant, commanding, domineering, imposing)
2
belligerent(adjective, aggressive)
2
brash
2
brassy(adjective, tough, smart, energetic, vigorous)
2
bumptious
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