⚠️coercive

Meaning

Relating to or using force or threats to make someone do something.

Example Sentences

The government faced criticism for adopting coercive measures against protestors.

Synonyms

forceful, intimidating, threatening, compelling, repressive

Antonyms

voluntary, permissive, lenient

Collocations

coercive power, coercive measures, coercive tactics, coercive control