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forcibly

/ˈfɔːsəbli/

Meanings
  • meaning 1: to use force or compulsion to accomplish something

    - "Example 1: The police forcibly entered the building to apprehend the suspect."
    - "Example 2: The boss forcibly insisted that all employees attend the company retreat."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with forcibly
ability , adaptability , affability , agility , alacrity , apachey , apogee , aplomb , aplude , areality , aroma , ardor , argosy , artistry , ascent , ascendancy , assent , attainment , attest , audacity , avail , availability , aver , averment , avenue
Homophones
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  1. forcefully, fourcibly, forecably, forestably, forsibly


Variants
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forcible , forcibleness , forciblenesses , forcibly
Forms
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forcibly (adverb)], [forcible (adjective)], [forcibly (adverb, past tense)], [forcibly (interjection)]


Etymology
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The word 'forcibly' comes from the Old French word 'forc' meaning 'strength, power, force'. The suffix '-ibly' is added to indicate the manner in which something is done.


Related Concepts
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  1. coercion: Coercion is the use of force, threat, or intimidation to compel someone to do something against their will. Coercion can take many forms, including physical violence, emotional manipulation, economic pressure, and legal coercion.

  2. compulsion: Compulsion is a strong and irresistible urge or desire to do something, often against one's will or better judgment. Compulsion can take many forms, including obsessive thoughts, repetitive behaviors, phobias, addictions, and impulses.


Culture
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In literature and art, 'forcibly' is often used to describe a powerful and unyielding force. For example, in the novel 'Moby Dick', Captain Ahab is described as a man 'driven to ungodly acts by a monomaniacal obsession with revenge'. In art, the theme of 'forcible' power is often depicted through the use of bold, dynamic lines and strong, vivid colors.

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