Forced: meaning, definitions and examples

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forced

[ fɔːst ]

^{Context #1}

in a situation where one has no choice

Compelled by force or necessity; feeling obligated to do something against one's will.

Synonyms

coerced, compelled, obliged

Examples of usage

I was forced to work overtime to meet the deadline.
She felt forced to apologize even though she didn't believe she was wrong.

^{Context #2}

to make someone do something against their will

To compel or constrain someone to do something through the use of force or pressure.

Synonyms

coerce, compel, pressure

Examples of usage

The kidnappers forced the victim to write a ransom note.
He was forced to resign from his position.

Translations

Translations of the word "forced" in other languages:

🇵🇹 forçado

🇮🇳 मजबूर

🇩🇪 gezwungen

🇮🇩 dipaksa

🇺🇦 примушений

🇵🇱 zmuszony

🇯🇵 強制された (きょうせいされた)

🇫🇷 forcé

🇪🇸 forzado

🇹🇷 zorlanmış

🇰🇷 강요된 (강요되다)

🇸🇦 مُجْبَر

🇨🇿 nucený

🇸🇰 nútený

🇨🇳 被迫 (bèi pò)

🇸🇮 prisiljen

🇮🇸 þvingaður

🇰🇿 мәжбүр

🇬🇪 იძულებითი

🇦🇿 məcburi

🇲🇽 forzado

Word origin

The word 'forced' originates from the Middle English word 'fors,' which means 'compulsion or constraint.' It has been used in English since the 13th century. The concept of force has always been present in human interactions, whether through physical strength or psychological pressure. The word has evolved over time to encompass various meanings related to compulsion and coercion.