nonassertive

Definitions of nonassertive
  1. adjective
    not aggressively self-assured, though not necessarily lacking in confidence
    “she was quiet and nonassertive as she took control”
    synonyms:
    unassertive
    inclined to timidity or lack of self-confidence
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