coercive
adjective/koʊˈɜrsɪv/
Frequency rank: #13,291 most common English word
Meaning
using force or threats to make someone do something against their will.
Example sentence
The government faced criticism for using coercive tactics to silence political opponents.
Synonyms & related words
- forceful
- intimidating
- oppressive
- threatening
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