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Word: Pushy

Part of Speech: Adjective

Basic Definition: The word "pushy" describes someone who is very eager to get what they want, often in a way that feels too aggressive or forceful. A pushy person might be overly assertive or insistent, making others uncomfortable.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "pushy" to describe someone who tries too hard to persuade or influence others, especially when it feels overwhelming or rude.
• It is usually used in a negative context, indicating that the person's behavior is annoying or intrusive.

Example Sentences:

1. "The salesperson was so pushy that I decided to leave the store without buying anything."

   • Here, the salesperson is being overly aggressive in trying to sell products.

2. "I appreciate her enthusiasm, but I find her pushy when she keeps suggesting my ideas."

   • In this case, the person feels overwhelmed by the constant suggestions.

Advanced Usage:

• "Pushy" can also describe situations where someone is trying to advance their own interests without regard for others.
• Example: "The pushy tactics of the marketing team alienated potential clients."

Word Variants:

• Pushiness (noun): The quality of being pushy.
  • Example: "His pushiness made it hard to have a friendly conversation."

Different Meanings:

• While "pushy" generally refers to people, it can also describe certain aggressive styles of communication or sales tactics.

Synonyms:

• Aggressive
• Overbearing
• Forceful
• Insistent
• Intrusive

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "Push someone's buttons": To annoy or provoke someone intentionally.

  • Example: "He knows how to push my buttons, making me angry on purpose."

• "Push back": To resist or oppose something.

  • Example: "The team decided to push back against the new policy that they found unfair."

Summary:

"Pushy" is a negative term used to describe someone who is overly aggressive in pursuing their goals or trying to persuade others, often making people feel uncomfortable.

Academic

Adjective

1. marked by aggressive ambition and energy and initiative
   • an aggressive young executive
   • a pushful insurance agent

Synonyms

• pushful