Forzosa (en. Forced)

/forˈθosa/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
That is done with force or coercion.
The evacuation was forced due to the fire.
La evacuación fue forzosa debido al incendio.
Something that cannot be avoided.
His presence at the meeting was forced after the incident.
Su presencia en la reunión era forzosa tras el incidente.
Applies to situations that require urgent action.
The need for humanitarian aid became urgent.
La necesidad de ayuda humanitaria se volvió forzosa.

Etymology

From Latin 'forzōsus', meaning 'force' or 'violence'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Forced action
Action taken against someone's will.
acción forzosa
Forced situation
Circumstances that require a quick decision.
situación forzosa

Related Words

To force
Making someone or something act inevitably.
forzar
Coercion
The act of compelling someone to do something.
coacción

Slang Meanings

Action taken without any prior notice.
The move was forced; we didn't have time to plan it.
La mudanza fue forzosa, no tuvimos tiempo para planearla.
An event that occurs without being able to put a stop to it.
The meeting became forced after the problems in the company.
La reunión se volvió forzosa después de los problemas en la empresa.