Pushily: meaning, definitions and examples

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pushily

[ ˈpʊʃɪli ]

Adverb

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

used to describe someone who behaves in an overly forceful or aggressive manner

Pushily is an adverb used to describe someone who behaves in an overly forceful or aggressive manner. It often implies that the person is being assertive to the point of being offensive or rude. People who act pushily may come across as intimidating or overbearing.

Synonyms

aggressively, assertively, forcefully.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
pushily	Used to describe someone who is overly determined and insistent, often in a rude or annoying way. It has a negative connotation. He pushed his way to the front of the line very pushily. She kept interrupting the meeting pushily, making everyone uncomfortable.
aggressively	Used when someone is forceful, energetic, and potentially hostile in their actions or attitudes. It often implies readiness to argue or confront. The salesperson aggressively pursued the customer after they showed interest in the car. He argued his point aggressively, leaving no room for compromise.
forcefully	Used when someone acts with physical strength, power, or vigorous effort, often leaving a strong impression. She slammed the door forcefully, making everyone in the room jump. He spoke forcefully, leaving no doubt about his opinion.
assertively	Used when someone is confidently self-assured and stands up for themselves in a positive, non-hostile manner. It has a neutral or positive connotation. She communicated her needs assertively, ensuring everyone understood her position. He asked for the promotion assertively but respectfully.

Examples of usage

She pushily insisted on having her own way during the meeting.
The salesperson pushily tried to persuade me to buy the most expensive product.

Translations

Translations of the word "pushily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 insistentemente

🇮🇳 जबरदस्ती

🇩🇪 aufdringlich

🇮🇩 dengan memaksa

🇺🇦 настирливо

🇵🇱 natarczywie

🇯🇵 しつこく

🇫🇷 insistamment

🇪🇸 insistentemente

🇹🇷 ısrarla

🇰🇷 강요하듯이

🇸🇦 بإلحاح

🇨🇿 dotěrně

🇸🇰 dotieravo

🇨🇳 执意地

🇸🇮 vsiljivo

🇮🇸 ágengilega

🇰🇿 қажет ету

🇬🇪 დაჭერით

🇦🇿 israrlı şəkildə

🇲🇽 insistentemente

Etymology

The word 'pushily' is derived from the adjective 'pushy,' which originated in the early 20th century in the United States. It is believed to have come from the idea of pushing oneself forward aggressively. The term has since evolved to describe behavior that is overly assertive or forceful. The adverb form 'pushily' serves to intensify the negative connotations associated with being pushy.

See also: push, pushbike, pushchair, pusher, pushing, pushover, pushpin, pushy.