Forced

/fɔrst/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To make someone do something against their will.

The band was forced to cancel their tour due to unforeseen circumstances.

To apply physical effort to move something or to obtain something.

He forced the door open when he realized he was locked out.

To bring about something prematurely or with difficulty.

The team was forced into making an early decision due to time constraints.

adjective

Obtained by use of coercion or violence.

The confession was deemed inadmissible because it was obtained through forced interrogation.

Not natural; artificial or contrived.

Her laughter seemed forced and insincere during the presentation.

From Middle English 'forcen', from Old French 'forcer', based on Latin 'fortis' meaning strong.

forced entry

Gaining access to a place by using physical force.

forced smile

A smile that is not genuine and is made in an effort to appear happy.

forced labor

Work that people are compelled to do against their will.

force

Strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement.

forcible

Done by physical force or coercion.

enforce

To compel observance of or obedience to.

Forced to do something.

I was totally forced into that party; I had no choice.

To fake or pretend.

Her forced attitude during the meeting was obvious.