forced
Simple Definition of forced
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: caused by necessity
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: obtained by using power or force
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: done with effort : not natural or sincere
Full Definition of forced
1 : compelled by force or necessity : involuntary <a forced landing>
2 : done or produced with effort, exertion, or pressure <a forced laugh>
Examples of forced in a sentence
<forced attendance at political indoctrination sessions>
<wasn't too excited about their wedding plans and so gave them a forced smile>
Circa 1537
First Known Use of forced
circa 1537
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