What does PUSHY mean?

Pushy

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Someone who is pushy is excessively aggressive or forceful in trying to get what they want. They are inclined to push others around or impose their own opinions or ideas on others.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈpʊʃi/; UK: /ˈpʊʃi/

Origin and Usage: The word "pushy" originated from the verb "push" and was first used in the early 20th century. It is commonly used in informal situations to describe someone who is overly assertive or demanding, especially in a way that is annoying or unpleasant.

Synonyms: Aggressive, assertive, bossy, forceful, insistent, overbearing, presumptuous, self-assertive

Related Words: Flush, mushy, plush, rushy, tushy

Example Sentences:

• She was pushy and insisted on getting her way.
• He is a pushy salesman who always tries to sell you something you don need.
• She found his pushy behavior irritating and decided to avoid him.
• Don be pushy with her, she will do it in her own time.
• He was pushy with his opinions and never listened to anyone elses point of view.