Assertive and Obsequious

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Assertive adjective - Having or showing a bold forcefulness in the pursuit of a goal.

Usage example: some reef fish are assertive in defending their territory

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Obsequious is an antonym for assertive.

Obsequious adjective - Attempting to win favor from influential people by flattery.

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Assertive is an antonym for obsequious in groveling topic.

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