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Son James Posted 13 years ago
Grammar

The difference between "opimistic" and "assertive" ?

Please look at this question.

The spokesman reported that the company is still ( ) about a successful merger.

A. optimistic
B. assertive

Its correct answer is "A.optimistic". I agree that it should be the most suitable adjective but I still think "B.assertive is okay.

Is "optimistic" used for modifying a noun or something and "assertive" used for modifying gerund or something ? I think they are under the similar meaning.

Could you explain to me what the difference or usage is between "optimistic" and "assertive" ?

Thanks in advance.
  

Top answer

'Assertive' makes no real sense in that sentence. The meanings of the two words are unrelated. Optimistic: hopeful about the future Assertive: behaving in a way in which you are quick to express your opinions and feelings

— Mister Micawber

  • 'Assertive' makes no real sense in that sentence.
  • The meanings of the two words are unrelated.
  • Optimistic: hopeful about the future Assertive: behaving in a way in which you are quick to express your opinions and feelings
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'Assertive' makes no real sense in that sentence. The meanings of the two words are unrelated.

Optimistic: hopeful about the future
Assertive: behaving in a way in which you are quick to express your opinions and feelings
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Thank you so much, Mr.Micawber. Emotion: embarrassed
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