# pushy

/ˈpʊʃi/ (US) · /pˈʊʃi/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/pushy
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

behaving in a way that makes other people feel uncomfortable or annoyed. You use this to describe someone who is too eager to get their way or to be noticed.

For teachers: behaving in an aggressive or overbearing manner that causes discomfort or annoyance to others. Often used to describe social behavior or personality traits.

## Examples

- He is very pushy and always tries to get his way.
- The salesperson was so pushy that I felt uncomfortable and left the store without buying anything.
- While some might view her as a determined advocate for her clients, others find her pushy nature difficult to tolerate in a professional setting where subtlety is preferred.

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