ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Pushy

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈpʊʃ.i/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Pushy is an adjective meaning Overly assertive, bold, or determined; aggressively ambitious.

Meaning

Overly assertive, bold, or determined; aggressively ambitious.

Example Sentences

Pushy parents 'ruin sports days'

Word Forms

Synonyms for pushy

Depending on context, synonyms include obtrusive, sharp-elbowed, ambitious, aggressive, enterprising, pushing.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include enterprising, pushful, ambitious, aggressive, pushing, undue.

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