forcible
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forc·ible

adjective \ˈfr-sə-bəl\

Definition of FORCIBLE

1
: effected by force used against opposition or resistance
2
: characterized by force, efficiency, or energy : powerful
forc·ible·ness noun
forc·ibly \-blē\ adverb

Examples of FORCIBLE

  1. the forcible removal of the rioters

First Known Use of FORCIBLE

15th century

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