adj

pushy

PUUSH-ee

Pushy (adj) means Overly assertive, forceful, or determined to get one's way. Example: “The pushy salesman wouldn't take no for an answer.”

adj

Overly assertive, forceful, or determined to get one's way.

"The pushy salesman wouldn't take no for an answer."

"She felt her pushy relatives were pressuring her into marriage."

How to use pushy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishToo forceful or aggressive in trying to get what you want.

Common pairings

pushy salesman pushy parent

Word forms

pushier comparative, pushiest superlative

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Etymology

From "push" plus the adjective suffix "-y."

Rhymes for pushy

cushy mushy bushy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pushy” mean?

The word “pushy” means overly assertive, forceful, or determined to get one's way. In plain terms, too forceful or aggressive in trying to get what you want.

How do you pronounce “pushy”?

“Pushy” is pronounced PUUSH-ee (/ˈpʊʃ.i/ in IPA).

How do you use “pushy” in a sentence?

Here is “pushy” used in a sentence: “The pushy salesman wouldn't take no for an answer.”

What part of speech is “pushy”?

“Pushy” is an adjective.