noun
aggressiveness; fighting spirit; competitive drive
Colloquial term for a strong, assertive, or combative attitude. Often used in phrases like 鼻っぱしが強い (to be aggressive/assertive). Cross-referenced with 鼻っ柱, a related form.
See also: 鼻っ柱
彼は鼻っぱしが強いから、議論になると負けない。
He's very aggressive, so he never loses an argument.
あの新人は
That new employee is assertive and quickly voices opinions to the boss.