Coercing: meaning, definitions and examples

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coercing

 

[ kəʊˈɜːrsɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

forceful persuasion

Coercing refers to the act of persuading someone to do something by using threats or force. It often involves the manipulation of someone’s will through intimidation or pressure, making them feel compelled to comply against their better judgment.

Synonyms

compelling, forcing, intimidating, pressuring

Examples of usage

  • The manager was coercing employees to meet unrealistic targets.
  • She felt coerced into signing the contract under duress.
  • The government was accused of coercing citizens into voting.
  • He never intended to coerce her; he just wanted her to be honest.

Translations

Translations of the word "coercing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coação

🇮🇳 जबरदस्ती

🇩🇪 Zwang

🇮🇩 paksaan

🇺🇦 примушення

🇵🇱 wymuszenie

🇯🇵 強制

🇫🇷 coercition

🇪🇸 coacción

🇹🇷 zorlamak

🇰🇷 강제

🇸🇦 إكراه

🇨🇿 nátlak

🇸🇰 nátlak

🇨🇳 强迫

🇸🇮 prisila

🇮🇸 þvingun

🇰🇿 мәжбүрлеу

🇬🇪 ძალადობა

🇦🇿 məcbur etmə

🇲🇽 coacción

Word origin

The term 'coerce' derives from the Latin verb 'coercere', which means to 'enclose, restrain, or confine'. This Latin term is a combination of the prefix 'co-' meaning 'together' and 'arcere' meaning 'to shut in or enclose'. The word entered the English language in the 14th century, predominantly used in legal contexts where one party exerted influence over another. Over time, the meaning expanded beyond legal implications to encompass any form of imposed will, often involving threats or physical force. The term reflects a heavy moral and ethical connotation, suggesting not only the exertion of pressure but also the violation of autonomy and individual choice. Thus, coercion is often discussed in contexts of law, psychology, and ethical debates, particularly regarding human rights.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,964, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.