Assertiveness
Assertiveness noun - The quality or state of being forceful (as in expression).
Pretense and assertiveness are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pretense" instead a noun "Assertiveness".
Pretense
Pretense noun - The quality or state of appearing or trying to appear more important or more valuable than is the case.
Usage example: she seemed to be a very down-to-earth woman who was completely free of pretense
Assertiveness and pretense are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Assertiveness" instead a noun "Pretense".
Mutual synonyms
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